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ABOUT US: Schaumburg Park District is an award-winning parks and recreation agency that provides its 80,000 residents with a wide variety of recreational programs, classes, and events as well as facilities, parks and open spaces. Our Early Childhood Preschool is home to 11 classrooms of high-quality pre-kindergarten education for 2 ½- to 4-year-olds in addition to a wide variety of early childhood programming, summer camps, parties and special events. JOB SUMMARY: As a Preschool Teacher, you will be responsible for leading preschool classes in accordance within the adopted guidelines, policies, procedures, and budget; developing weekly lesson plans; establishing and maintaining positive communication with parents through daily communication and parent/teacher conferences twice a year; creating a space that is conducive to learning; maintaining attendance records, maintaining student information and medical files; and more! QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified applicants must have a minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a Bachelor’s Degree in any other field of study with a minimum of twelve (12) Early Childhood credit hours (with DCFS approval). Sixteen (16) hours of in-service training each year is also required. CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required (we provide!) SCHEDULING & PAY: This is a school-year position that runs from mid-August 2026 through May 2027. Exact class schedule may vary between hours of Monday through Friday from 8:30 am – 3:00 pm. There is an option available for summer hours and/or additional subbing opportunities. Some evenings may be required based on special events, meetings, and other programs or activities. Target hiring rate is $19.00-$21.00/hour, DOQ (depending on qualifications). PERKS & PRIVILEGES:   This is a PART-TIME LEVEL 3 position and is eligible for the following internal privileges: • Free fitness center membership! • Free admission to indoor and outdoor pools! • One free program registration per season for self or family*! (see definition) • 10% discount on other program registrations • Free paddle boat rental at Volkening Lake! • Free open gym admission! And more! APPLY NOW! Visit us at: https://schaumburgparkdistrict.bamboohr.com/jobs Position will be open until filled. Schaumburg Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Keywords: park, parks, recreation, preschool, pre-k, junior kindergarten, learn, learner, learners, early childhood, educate, educator, education, teach, teacher, teaches, school, schools, class, classes, classroom, curriculum, child, children, kid, kids, camp, program, programs, event, events