We are the Hampshire Township Park District, providing recreational, educational and cultural opportunities that improve the quality of life through a responsive, efficient and creative park and recreation system since 1948. We are looking for Extended Care Instructors to work at the three Hampshire elementary schools: Hampshire Elementary, Gary D. Wright Elementary, and Big Timber Elementary. This non-exempt, part time position lasts 10 months, coinciding with the school year. The position has holidays and school closings off, including inclement weather days as dictated by the school district. We require candidates that have availability Monday through Friday between 1:45pm and 5:30pm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in crafts, games, activities and sports with school-age children.
• Attendance, punctuality and dependability are a must.
• Ability to follow directions, proficiency in decision-making and conflict resolution.
• Exhibit excellent customer service to participants and parents and the ability to work with a team to achieve a successful program.
• Must be a role model for participants by using proper language, acceptable attire, appropriate behavior and being courteous at all times.
• Ability to provide professional written and verbal communication with participants, parents and staff.
• Must use good judgment and follow safety policies/protocols of the school and the park district.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age AND
• Have a valid driver's license or reliable transportation to/from work AND
• Current CPR, First Aid/AED certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Experience working with school-age children is a huge plus!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hampshire Township Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with Hampshire Township Park District is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, age, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, marital status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy or related medical conditions or any other legally protected status.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process should notify Human Resources at (847) 683-2690.