Career & Volunteer

POSITION SUMMARY: Looking for an energetic, motivated individual(s) to be a part of our K.E.E.P. After School Team. Support staff should display a desire to work with children through positive interaction and role modeling.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 16 years of age or older

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervise participants while protecting their physical, psychological and emotional health.
• Learn all participants names through getting to know you games and interaction with all participants.
• Acts as a positive role model while teaching and encouraging healthy leisure lifestyle.  A positive role model demonstrates this through:  appropriate subject matter, tone of voice, and language.
• Becomes knowledgeable of all material in staff manual.
• Maintains and implements safety standards and procedures at all times to ensure a well-rounded program in a safe, positive environment.
• Contributes ideas and suggestions for staff meetings.
• Is aware of each days planned activities.
• Learn the routine quickly and take initiative to ensure the schedule runs smoothly.
• Take initiative to make sure or assist in the set-up of day’s activities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequent standing, bending, sitting, walking, reaching and kneeling.
• Requires occasional lifting.

HOURS: 2019/2020 School Year: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 2:00 – 6:00p.m. and Wednesdays from 1:30 – 6:00p.m.

PAY RATE: $10 and up per hour based on qualifications.

CONTACT:  Please complete an application (link below). If you have any questions, please contact Kim Sweeney at keep@barringtonparkdistrict.org.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and efforts of working conditions associated with this job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job when circumstances change: e.g., emergencies, rush jobs, changes in personnel, workload, technological developments, etc.

Application for Employment

POSITION SUMMARY: Looking for an energetic, motivated individual(s) to be a part of our K.E.E.P. After School Team. A one-on-one aid is responsible for the supervised inclusion, of said child, into the K.E.E.P. program.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 18 years of age or older
• Experience or formal education is Special Education/Recreation preferred

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervise individual child while protecting their physical, psychological and emotional health
• Communicates with child’s parents regarding day-to-day behavior, etc.
• Acts as a positive role model while teaching and encouraging healthy leisure lifestyle.  A positive role model demonstrates this through:  appropriate subject matter, tone of voice, and language.
• Becomes knowledgeable of all material in staff manual.
• Maintains and implements safety standards and procedures at all times to ensure a well-rounded program in a safe, positive environment.
• Is aware of each days planned activities.
• Learn the routine quickly and take initiative to ensure the schedule runs smoothly.
• Take initiative to make sure or assist in the set-up of day’s activities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequent standing, bending, sitting, walking, reaching and kneeling.
• Requires occasional lifting.

HOURS: 2019/2020 School Year: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 2:00 – 6:00p.m. and Wednesdays from 1:30 – 6:00p.m.

PAY RATE: $12 and up per hour based on qualifications

CONTACT:  Please complete an application (link below). If you have any questions, please contact Kim Sweeney at keep@barringtonparkdistrict.org.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and efforts of working conditions associated with this job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job when circumstances change: e.g., emergencies, rush jobs, changes in personnel, workload, technological developments, etc.

Application for Employment

POSITION SUMMARY:  Seeking an energetic, experienced and passionate youth dance instructor for children. Applicant must be able to combine their passion for dance and passion for working with children to create memorable experiences.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 18 years old with one to two years prior work experience in the field.
• Minimum of one to two years’ experience with children, or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must have formal education in the dance field as well as knowledge of various forms of dance and teaching techniques.
• Ability to teach a variety of levels in a group setting.
• Must have expertise in the area he/she is teaching, i.e. ballet, hip-hop, modern, etc.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions and problem solve.
• Must possess the ability to work with youth and their parents and adults.
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to choose appropriate music, dances and supplies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the planning and implementing of 45-minute instructional classes for children ages 3-14 years.
• Responsible for developing, organizing and instructing various forms of dance including ballet, tap, hip-hop, and jazz to children aged 3 to 14 years old.
• Prepares daily lesson plans that are appropriate for the type of class, age and ability level of the students.
• Instructor is responsible for the choice of music, routines and relaying any problems to his/her supervisor on a daily basis.
• He/She must communicate with the Recreation Supervisor about any additional supply needs, scheduling conflicts, and makeups.
• Responsible for choreography, music selection, and costume selection for the annual dance recital held the first weekend in June.
• Follows Park District safety standards, closely supervises children and provides a learning environment that is safe and fun for program participants.

HOURS: Classes are weekday afternoons and evenings and Saturday mornings based on enrollment. Looking to hire an applicant who can teach one or more of the following options.

PAY RATE: $20-$25 per class (45-minute classes). Based on experience.

CONTACT: Please complete at application (link below). If you have any questions, please contact Anna Siegel at asiegel@barringtonparkdistrict.org.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and efforts of working conditions associated with this job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job when circumstances change: e.g., emergencies, rush jobs, changes in personnel, workload, technological developments, etc.

Application for Employment

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The position of Early Childhood Program Instructor is a part-time position. The Early Childhood Program Instructor is under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor and provides instruction in Early Childhood programming.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• • • Degree in Early Childhood or related fields preferred
    • College courses in Early Childhood, Education, Athletics, Recreation, etc. preferred
    • Thorough knowledge of Early Childhood Education
    • Ability to teach in any given class situation

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• • • Shall ensure program activities are conducted safely and conducted according to all safety guidelines.
    • Organize class and ensure that the program is of high quality, efficiency, and safety to all times.
    • Work is performed at a self-controlled pace, but may vary depending on the demands of the job required.
    • Develop and prepare a lesson plan of activities suited for children.
    • Shall submit a program organization schedule one week prior to the start of the session.
    • Be vocal while explaining activities.
    • Organize and supervise specific activities for the skill that is being taught.
    • Deliver quality customer service at all times. Remembering to keep information confidential.
    • Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the District’s safety program
    • Maintain and organized session

HOURS:

• • • Varys depending on class schedule
    • Less than 10 hours per week

PAY RATE:

• • • $12-$15 per hour based on education, experience, etc.

CONTACT: Please complete at application (link below). If you have any questions, please contact Anna Siegel at asiegel@barringtonparkdistrict.org

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and efforts of working conditions associated with this job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job when circumstances change: e.g., emergencies, rush jobs, changes in personnel, workload, technological developments, etc.

Application for Employment

The position of Facility Attendant is a part-time, non-exempt position. Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Parks & Facilities, the Facility Attendant provides a level of security and staff presence throughout the Park District; support for District programming and rentals, including set-ups and take-downs; and maintenance and upkeep of buildings, special use facilities, park grounds, turf and ball fields.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• • • High School graduate or equivalent
    • Must be 21 years of age or older
    • Valid Illinois Driver’s License (Class “B” preferred)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• • • Open and/or lock park facilities and gates; as directed
    • Review Daily Schedule Sheets and plan job task completion to optimize time and resources
    • Responsible for program and facility rental set-ups and take-downs
    • Greet and communicate with renters and park users; provide information and answer questions
    • Monitor park sites and mediate park usage conflicts; provide assistance and support to park patrons
    • Perform facility maintenance including but not limited to cleaning and restocking restrooms; disposing of trash and emptying garbage cans; wiping down tables and chairs; sweeping, mopping and vacuuming floors; cleaning picnic shelters, grills and fire pits
    • Perform park maintenance including but not limited to fence repair, sign installation, graffiti removal, litter pick-up and garbage removal; as needed
    • Perform horticulture maintenance including but not limited to weeding, raking, mulching,  planting, pruning, watering and flower bed maintenance; as needed
    • Execute athletic field maintenance including but not limited to dragging infields; setting bases; lining ball fields; securing and relocating various goals; setting and removing flags, cones and markers; as needed
    • Patrol premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and to ensure security of doors, windows and gates
    • Monitor and report on daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment, vehicle or property damage; theft; presence of unauthorized persons or unusual occurrences
    • Assist in the investigation of activated alarms
    • Ability to successfully and safely operate equipment required to complete assigned tasks including but not limited to golf carts, snow blowers and power washers
    • Ability to safely and within legal guidelines, operate vehicles to and from daily assigned work sites
    • Assist in snow and ice removal
    • Ability to work from oral and written directives
    • Thoroughly, accurately and punctually maintain and complete all required records and reports including but not limited to work orders, safety inspection checklists and daily activity logs
    • Adhere to and enforce all Park District safety, personnel and administrative policies, procedures and ordinances
    • Demonstrate and support Park District customer service standards
    • Availability to cover other Facility Attendant shifts; as needed
    • Work nights and weekends; as necessary
    • Assist other Park District departments; as needed
    • Perform other duties; as assigned

SAFETY AND RISK MANAGEMENT:

• • • Enforce safety and risk management strategies in support of and compliance with Park District policies, procedures and ordinances
    • Familiarity with and effective implementation of the Employee Safety Manual and Crisis Management Plan
    • Attend safety orientation and in-service trainings
    • Demonstrate safe work habits including the usage of Personal Protective Equipment when performing duties, based on job tasks
    • Promptly report hazardous conditions, accidents, property damage or patron injuries to supervisor; immediately address hazardous conditions as directed
    • Promptly submit completed incident/accident report forms to the District’s Safety Coordinator
    • Contact police or fire departments in the event of an emergency; assist with emergency procedures and building evaluation
    • Render First Aid, CPR, or other emergency assistance as necessary

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• • • Visual and hearing acuity to perform job related functions
    • Ability to lift 75 pounds
    • Ability to talk, reach, stoop and bend
    • Ability to spend up to 90% of work time standing or walking
    • Ability to spend up to 10% of work time reading sitting and/or at a computer terminal

HOURS: Nights start at 5:00p.m. and/or weekends. One shift or multiple shifts are available

PAY RATE: $13.00 per hour

CONTACT: Please complete an application (link below). If you have any questions, please contact Steve at snightingale@barringtonparkdistrict.org.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and efforts of working conditions associated with this job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job when circumstances change: e.g., emergencies, rush jobs, changes in personnel, workload, technological developments, etc.

Application for Employment