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The Preschool Teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting a preschool classroom with the assistance of teacher aide and parent helpers.

Qualifications: Must be 21 years of age. Degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education or Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred or college equivalent. Current enrollment in Early Childhood degree program may also be acceptable with a minimum of two years experience working in a preschool or similar setting. Ability to work independently and creatively. CPR and first aid certifications required or will train.

Immediate Supervisor: The Preschool Teacher is responsible to the Recreation Supervisor.

Essential Functions:

1. Plan, organize and conduct a preschool classroom under the Park District program philosophy and policies.
2. Establish and maintain good working relationships with students, parents, recreation supervisor, co-workers, and the community.
3. Discuss children’s conduct and progress with preschool coordinator and parents frequently.
4. Maintain and supervise use and care of the classroom, equipment, and supplies. Report needed repairs and replacements (as soon as noticed), request special set up (one week in advance), and order supplies and equipment in accordance with the established timeline.
5. Complete Accident Incident reports on all injuries/incidents on children while in attendance at preschool and inform parents and supervisor immediately.
6. Attend and participate in staff meetings, planning sessions, in-services, and student field trips.
7. Supervise the use and care of Park District supplies, equipment, and facilities.
8. Maintain the classroom, equipment and supplies and report need for repair or replacement in a timely fashion.
9. Establish and maintain good working relationships with parents, preschool coordinator, recreation supervisor, co-workers, and the community.
10. Follow the procedure for arranging for a substitute when needed. Have lesson plan available for substitute.
11. Assist in classroom set up in the morning, afternoon, and at the end of the day.
12. Check each child’s background form for completion, and you are alert to any special circumstances or needs.
13. Inform parents of preschool class closings due to inclement weather or facility issues.
14. Monitor children and determine if accommodations or referrals may be necessary.
15. Serves as a Mandatory Reporter.
16. Monitor helping parent calendar and ensure families are fulfilling requirements of program.
17. Provide guidance to teacher aide and helping parent of classroom activities.
18. Communicate with parents about special events or activities through class calendar. Calendar includes school holidays and non-attendance days.
19. Coordinate end of year activities to mark the successful completion of students’ preschool year.

Psychological Considerations: May need to resolve differences and problems that arise between children.

Physiological Considerations: Must have the ability to listen, hear and speak. Use of hands and fingers will regularly be required, and the ability to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time.

Environmental Considerations: Activities are performed both indoors and outdoors and conditions can include but are not limited to weather conditions and building maintenance.

Cognitive Considerations: Must possess good safety awareness and judgment. Must be friendly and like to work with people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.

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Job Description
The Part-Time Maintenance Technician at the Prairie View Community Center is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and upkeep of the facility. This role includes performing various maintenance tasks and repairs as needed. Candidates must be capable of lifting heavy objects (over 75 lbs.).

The position requires availability on weekends, specifically Saturday and Sunday from 4 pm to 8 pm, and involves working up to 10 hours per week.

Education & Experience:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. One-year minimum of previous janitorial or
maintenance experience. Must be self-motivated with good judgment and the ability to work
independently.

Immediate Supervisor:

The Part-Time Maintenance Technician is under the direct supervision of the Facility Foreman.

Qualifications:

• Custodial Tasks are necessary to maintain a clean appearance on the outside and inside of
  the Community Center, including snow and ice removal.
• Routine maintenance includes cleaning, mopping, scrubbing, waxing, vacuuming,
  dusting, and washing all floors, walls, windows, carpeting, washroom fixtures, tables,
  chairs, and any other permanent or movable item or fixture located in the Center Facility.
• Check the entire building, both upper and lower levels, at periodic intervals during
  working hours for safety, security, and maintenance reasons.
• Must take proper safety precautions, be aware of potential and existing hazards on the job
  and attempt to eliminate them.
• Positive interaction and cooperation with all Park District staff, which includes the public
  and facility patrons
• Clean all areas as instructed by Foreman and complete checklists
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Cleaning of the second level, Administration Offices, may be necessary when requested.
• Take down set-ups and clean for parties, rentals, and special events.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Psychological Considerations:

Worker works unsupervised and may need to seek out supervision when it is needed.

Physiological Considerations:

Worker is exposed to odors from cleaning supplies.

Environmental Considerations:

Worker is exposed to cold due to automatic temperature control of building during the evening and weekend hours. Worker is exposed to cold, snow and ice when assisting in snow and ice removal at the Center.

Cognitive Considerations:

Worker is exposed to cold due to automatic temperature control of building during the evening and weekend hours. Worker is exposed to cold, snow and ice when assisting in snow and ice removal at the Center.

Benefits:
Pool and gym membership and opportunities to get involved in recreational programs for a free or reduced cost.

$15-$18 PER HOUR

Revised 7/2024

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Seasonal Maintenance Technician

Job Description
The Seasonal Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a variety of park labor duties to maintain and repair park properties and equipment. Seasonal Maintenance Technicians are responsible for performing the responsibilities outlined in this analysis. Work is performed at a moderate, constant pace but may vary slightly depending on the job’s demands. Maintenance Technicians may perform duties in the medium heavy work level (lifting 75 lbs. frequently).

Qualifications:
Must be 18 years of age. Must have a valid Illinois driver’s license with no revocation or suspensions within the last three years. A pre-placement physical is required. Must be able to work 40 hours a week including evenings, weekends, and special events.

Essential Functions:

• Mowing Park district turf.
• Operation of park district vehicles and machinery.
• General road repair such as asphalt patching.
• Turf maintenance – fertilizing, seeding, aerating, weed eradicating.
• Planting and trimming of trees and shrubs.
• Repairing and installing park and playground equipment and site amenities.
• Sports field preparation, including dragging, rolling, and marking lines.
• Removing all garbage and refuse materials from parks and facilities.
• Routine maintenance of outdoor pool, which includes keeping accurate records.
• Positive interaction and cooperation with all staff and the public.
• Routine parks, facilities, and equipment cleaning maintenance and repairs.
• Participation in the Park District Safety Program and its directives.
• Meets and deals with the public in a professional, helpful, and pleasant manner. Acts as a goodwill ambassador for the district always.
• Maintains a professional, cooperative working relationship with other staff members.

NON-EXEMPT                                                                                                                                    $15.00 per hour

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Position Type: Pickleball Instructor

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Teach pickleball lessons and lead pickleball programs for the Morton Grove Park District’s pickleball program under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor – Athletics.

DUTIES:

1. Arrive to lessons/classes 30 minutes before the start of class wearing the assigned Park District Staff shirt.
2. Set up all equipment and supplies as required. Instructors need to use their own pickleball racquet.
3. Follow guidelines set by the Recreation Supervisor – Athletics.
4. Notify Recreation Supervisor – Athletics and Guest Services if inclement weather causes scheduling changes.
5. Attend required trainings and meetings.
6. Perform the job safely and in compliance with Park District policies and procedures.
7. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Recreation Supervisor, Superintendent of Recreation and/or the Executive Director. However, in an emergency perform all duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be at least 18 years old. Must be a high school graduate, or possess a G.E.D.
2. Must have a complete understanding of the game of pickleball, knowledge of the rules and minimum playing experience.
3. Must be able to play pickleball and demonstrate the skills required for pickleball. Must be able to communicate effectively with others for safety purposes and to allow for coordination of work. Must be able to recognize unsafe conditions and respond accordingly.
4. Must be able to respond to emergency situations quickly while understanding procedures and policies. Instructors must abide by the guidelines and policies set by the district.

The pickleball instructors will be representing the Morton Grove Park District. It is very important that the instructors always conduct themselves in a professional manner. Additionally, they must possess a high level of energy and initiative and work cooperatively and harmoniously with patrons and fellow employees. Must be able to stand and walk for a long period of time. Must be able to lift 20+ pounds if needed. Pickleball Instructors are regularly exposed to outdoor conditions including sun, high humidity, wind, and excessive heat and cold.

Due to the needs of the Park District, additional evening or weekend hours may be required. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the Pickleball Instructor position. Nothing contained herein shall preclude or limit the Park District from changing this written job description through addition, deletion, or modification of essential job duties.

Schedule: 2-4 hours per week on weekday evenings during program sessions beginning mid-April. Classes for beginner to intermediate level players.

Salary Range: $40-$45/hr.