PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT BLACKBERRY FARM
Fox Valley Park District
Springfield, IL, USA
Published 1 week ago
Farm, Ranch, and Greenhouse Operations
POSTING DATE: 06-10-2026 - Open until filled
FACILITY: Blackberry Farm
LOCATION: Aurora, IL
HOURS: Monday - Friday: 12:00 - 3:30pm
RATE: $16.00/hr. minimum pay rate
TYPE: Part-Time/Seasonal
Part time Benefits
QUALIFICATIONS
Individual must be age 18 or older with high school diploma or equivalent with experience working with children. Individuals with related college coursework or related work history are preferred. Must have or be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 3 months of hire
date.
DUTIES
Under the direction and supervision of the Preschool Teacher and Preschool Program Manager the Preschool Assistant is responsible for assisting the teacher with preparation of materials, classroom management, leading small groups, set-up, clean up, and maintenance of the
classroom. Also assist children with bathroom time and various other needs. This is an at will position.
The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 233,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation's highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management. Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 172 parks and 48 miles of interconnected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland. Sharing the shores of the Fox River, our communities are united by the district's commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District ... Where Fun Begins!
The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Code : 57-10
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $16.00
FACILITY: Blackberry Farm
LOCATION: Aurora, IL
HOURS: Monday - Friday: 12:00 - 3:30pm
RATE: $16.00/hr. minimum pay rate
TYPE: Part-Time/Seasonal
Part time Benefits
QUALIFICATIONS
Individual must be age 18 or older with high school diploma or equivalent with experience working with children. Individuals with related college coursework or related work history are preferred. Must have or be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 3 months of hire
date.
DUTIES
Under the direction and supervision of the Preschool Teacher and Preschool Program Manager the Preschool Assistant is responsible for assisting the teacher with preparation of materials, classroom management, leading small groups, set-up, clean up, and maintenance of the
classroom. Also assist children with bathroom time and various other needs. This is an at will position.
The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 233,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation's highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management. Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 172 parks and 48 miles of interconnected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland. Sharing the shores of the Fox River, our communities are united by the district's commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District ... Where Fun Begins!
The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Code : 57-10
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $16.00