The Baby U/Preschool U Lead Teacher is a part-time, non-exempt position in the RecPlex Youth Department. Under the general supervision of the Youth Services Assistant Manager, the primary responsibility is to implement age-appropriate curriculum and to provide a safe, positive, and enjoyable environment for children. Baby U / Preschool U hours run Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. with schedule availability either for AM (7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.) or PM (12:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.) shifts or some full-day shift options available. Some evenings and occasional weekends may be required for events/training.

Job Duties

• Plans and implements age-appropriate curriculum with a variety of materials in the fields of art, music, literature, science, etc.
• Supervises and promotes activities designed to enhance the healthy emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of each child enrolled in the Baby-U/Preschool Program.
• Works with parents to promote understanding of their child's growth and development; encourages parent participation in school programs; attends parent group and Preschool functions; and conducts conferences upon request.
• Alertly and actively supervises children and provides them with undivided attention.
• Treats children with dignity and respect and learns and utilizes children’s names.
• Establishes the appearance, decor, and learning environment of the classroom and its learning centers.
• Conducts cleaning of the program areas, including but not limited to: light dusting, sanitizing toys, picking up games, organizing, etc.
• Keeps accurate and detailed records of attendance, individual learning, and accident/incident reports.
• Assists in the organization of and attends preschool special events including, but not limited to, concerts, art night, graduation, etc
• Maintains awareness of and ensures that program policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed including, but not limited to, check in and check out procedures, fire, tornado, lock down, etc
• Participates in in-service trainings, staff meetings, or other educational activities as required or assigned.
• Maintains positive working relationship with supervisors, co-workers, parents, and participants; promotes teamwork and supports overall goals of the Youth Department.
• Responds in a friendly and professional manner when working with children, co-workers, parents, patron inquiries, or complaints; consistently strives to follow through or exceed the expectations of RecPlex members and prospective customers.
• Leads by example and enforces all Village & Department policies and procedures, and Village codes and ordinances.
• Performs other duties and special assignments as directed within the scope of the Youth Department.