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!