Preschool Teacher Aide - Funshine Treehouse

Department: Park Services-Preschool                                                Part-time: Hourly - Non-exempt

Make a Lasting Impact at Funshine Treehouse Preschool! 
Do you enjoy helping young children grow through creativity, play, and discovery? Are you energized by a classroom filled with curious little minds

Join Dundee Township Park District as a Preschool Teacher Aide in our Funshine Treehouse Preschool program! This part-time role is a fantastic opportunity to support preschoolers ages 3–5 in a nature-inspired, animal-filled learning environment that promotes social-emotional growth and early education in a nurturing, playful setting.

Why Join Us?

As a Preschool Teacher Aide, you’ll be part of a dedicated team helping to shape a child’s earliest learning experiences. You’ll work alongside passionate educators to provide a welcoming space for every child to thrive, academically, socially, and emotionally.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive classroom environment
• Welcome and help children transition into the school day
• Support social-emotional and developmental learning through daily activities
• Adapt materials and teaching strategies to meet individual needs
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play
• Help maintain classroom tidiness, safety, and materials
• Communicate with the teaching team and Supervisor regarding supplies, incidents, and progress
• Model respectful behavior and encourage cooperation among children
• Maintain regular updates and classroom communication through Homeroom
• Respond to accidents and complete necessary reports

What You Bring:

• Experience working with children ages 3–5
• A passion for early childhood development and creativity
• Strong communication, patience, and teamwork skills
• Ability to support a classroom in both learning and play
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days of hire
• Interest in a natural science and animal-focused environment

Schedule & Hours:

• Mid-August to Mid-May (approximately 9 months)
• Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
  

In Exchange for Your Time and Talent, We Offer:

Choose one of the following:

• Individual 100-day Fitness Center Pass
• Family Season Pass to Dolphin Cove
• Family Season Pass to Randall Oaks Zoo

Plus:

• Discounts on Park District programs, merchandise, and concessions
• Credit Union (KCT) membership access
• Meaningful work in a supportive and creative setting

Ready to Grow With Us?
If you love working with preschool-aged children, enjoy nature and animals, and thrive in a playful, nurturing classroom, apply today to become a Preschool Teacher Aide at Funshine Treehouse Preschool!