(Anticipated 12/1/26)Toddler Teacher Assistant (Full-Time)

The Glencoe Park District is a nationally accredited, Gold Medal Award–winning agency dedicated to enriching lives, building community, and fostering an inclusive, positive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. Join our team and be part of a mission-driven organization that invests in its staff, supports professional growth, and makes a meaningful impact on families every day. Come help us create exceptional experiences for the Glencoe community!
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Children’s Circle Classroom Coordinator, the Full-Time Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher and Co-Lead Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment for children enrolled in the full-day Children’s Circle program. This position assists with implementing curriculum, supervising children, supporting daily routines, maintaining the classroom environment, and promoting each child’s physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must be at least 19 years of age.
College coursework in early childhood education and previous experience in a DCFS-licensed program is preferred.
Previous experience in a Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and/or IL Department of Early Childhood (IDEC) licensed program is preferred.
Must successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, drug screening, and physical examination, and submit all required DCFS and/or IDEC documentation within 60 days of hire. Associated costs will be covered by the Glencoe Park District.
Certifications and Trainings
Must possess current CPR/AED and First Aid certification or successfully obtain certification within three (3) months of hire and maintained throughout employment.
Food Handler Certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.
Must complete and maintain all other training, certifications, and professional-development requirements established by the District or applicable licensing authorities.
Required Knowledge:
General knowledge of applicable DCFS and/or IDEC licensing standards and developmentally appropriate practices is required.
Knowledge of public recreation principles and the ability to communicate them effectively to others.
Working knowledge of the position’s duties, responsibilities, and operational requirements.
Required Skills:
Dependable, flexible, safety-conscious, and capable of exercising sound judgment.
Ability to understand and follow established policies, procedures, rules, and instructions.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to read, write, maintain records, and organize materials effectively.
Ability to assist with planning and supervising developmentally appropriate activities that support children’s emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development.
Ability to apply developmentally appropriate guidance and behavior-management techniques.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to foster a positive, collaborative, and respectful work environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Curriculum and Classroom Operations
Assist the Lead Teacher and Co-Lead Teacher with preparing and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences in art, music, literacy, science, mathematics, movement, and other curriculum areas.
Support activities that promote children’s physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Collaborate with classroom staff to maintain consistent expectations and effective daily operations.
Child Supervision, Care, and Guidance
Actively supervise children during classroom, outdoors, transition, meal, rest, and play activities to maintain their safety and well-being.
Interact with children in a warm, patient, compassionate, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate manner.
Engage with children at their level, including speaking at eye level and participating in group activities, free play, and gross-motor activities.
Use developmentally appropriate child-guidance and behavior-management techniques consistent with program policies.
Assist children with toileting, hygiene, and other developmentally appropriate self-care routines.
Classroom Safety, Organization, and Compliance
Maintain a clean, safe, organized, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
Ensure educational materials, supplies, furniture, and equipment are used, cleaned, organized, stored, and maintained properly.
Follow and consistently implement all Children’s Circle and Glencoe Park District policies, procedures, and emergency practices.
Comply with applicable DCFS and/or IDEC licensing, health, safety, supervision, sanitation, and recordkeeping requirements.
Address or promptly report classroom hazards, equipment concerns, supply needs, and maintenance issues.
Professional Responsibilities
Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children, families, and employees.

Employment type
Grade 7

Work arrangement
No