2023 Fillable Employment Application Form.pdf 

The Community Park District of La Grange Park provides a wide range of exciting recreational opportunities and maintains 6 park sites (total 23.1 acres) for the benefit of our community. The Community Park District was created in 1944 and grew out of the volunteer-based Citizen Committee for Recreation and public enthusiasm for recreation programs and services and a healthy spirit of volunteerism remains a prominent characteristic of the park district today.

Our small and dedicated team strives to create opportunities for our community to build stronger bonds and live healthy, active, and fun lives! To achieve this, our staff and board value professional development, work/life synergy, the pursuit of excellence, fairness, and fun. The Community Park District offers an extremely generous benefits package that includes medical, life, and supplemental insurances, IMRF Pension Plan, tuition reimbursement, program privileges, and more!

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Job Title: Camp Counselor

Classification: Seasonal

Department: Recreation

$15 - $17 DOE

SUMMARY

Under the supervisor of the Recreation Manager, the Community Park District Camp Counselor is responsible for planning, implementing, leading, supervising, and assisting activities that support the Summer Camp Program for children in grades K-5 in a manner that contributes to their well-being, growth and development. This position provides a warm, nurturing, safe, fun, active, and caring environment where self-concept is enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 16 years or older, team-oriented, flexible, have excellent communication skills.

CPR, First Aid, and AED certification are required (Park District provides training).

Previous experience working with children in a park district, day camp, early childhood,

or childcare setting is preferred. Reliable transportation is a must.

SUPERVISOR  
This position reports to the Recreation Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

·         Verbal and written communication with parents, staff, participants and public.  

·         Gathering, loading, transporting, setting up and cleaning up equipment and supplies.

·         Assist in preparing and completing lesson plans and agency forms.

·         Plan and organize indoor and outdoor activities gearing them to the needs of the assigned groups.

·         Use appropriate and positive discipline.

·         Active participation in camp.

·         Assist in maintaining and organizing files and records for the camp.

·         Enjoy working with people and foster an environment that contributes to positive self-esteem.

·         Ability to be flexible and work under stressful conditions

·         Work closely with staff.

·         Promote a quality loss control/safety program for the Park District

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND PROTECTIVE

GEAR/CLOTHING

·         Ability to work in extreme heat.

·         Ability to work both indoors and outdoors.

·         Perform tasks that require walking, bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, climbing, running, reaching and sitting.

HOURS

Camp Counselor positions are part-time seasonal, from 20-38 hours per week, Monday through Friday during the summer from 8:45am -4 pm as well as 8:45am -12pm. Additional hours may occasionally be required for meetings, training, subbing, before and after care shifts, and special events. 

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Job Title:  Before & After Care and Substitute Preschool Teachers Needed! 

Ready Teddy Preschool is looking for energetic, flexible, and fun substitute teachers! Under the supervision of the Recreation Manager, the Substitute Preschool Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing preschool programs for children ages 2-5 with a co-teacher, including but not limited to providing customer service, general safety, and development, supervision of groups of children, and providing high quality educational and recreational activities.

The Ready Teddy Preschool substitute teachers are energetic, positive, and patient teachers who love sharing their passion for education with our students. Minimum high school diploma or equivalent with at least two years’ experience related to childcare or child development required. Must have good communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills. CPR, First-Aid and AED certifications are required (Park District provides training).

 

Completed applications may be emailed to: bkuchynka@communityparkdistrict.org or sent to the Community Park District Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park.

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Job Title: Seasonal Afternoon Antics Counselor

Classification: Part Time Seasonal

Department: Recreation

$14.00 - $16.00 per hour DOE

 

SUMMARY
The Afternoon Antics Counselor is responsible for planning, implementing, leading, supervising, and assisting the Afternoon Antics Lead Counselor in the Afternoon Antics Program for children grades in K to 6^th. This position provides a warm, nurturing, safe, fun, active, and caring environment where self-concept is enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected.

 QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 16 years or older, team-oriented, flexible, have excellent communication skills. CPR,

First Aid, and AED certification are required (Park District provides training). Previous

experience working with children in a park district, day camp, early childhood, or childcare

setting is preferred. Reliable transportation is a must.

SUPERVISOR
This position reports to the Recreation Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

·         Verbal and written communication with parents, staff, participants and public.

·         Gathering, loading, transporting, setting up and cleaning up equipment and supplies.

·         Assist in preparing and completing activity plans and agency forms.

·         Plan and organize outdoor activities gearing them to the needs of the assigned group.

·         Use appropriate and positive discipline.

·         Active participation in camp.

·         Assist in maintaining and organizing files and records for the camp.

·         Enjoy working with people and foster an environment that contributes to positive self-esteem

·         Work closely with staff.

·         Promote a quality loss control/safety program for the Park District

·         Meet at 1501 Barnsdale and walk registered participants to Robinhood Park and back at the end of the day.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENTAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

·         Ability to work in extreme heat.

·         Ability to work both indoors and outdoors.

·         Perform tasks that require walking, bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, climbing, running, reaching and sitting.

 

HOURS

Seasonal Afternoon Antics Counselors are part-time seasonal working Monday – Friday from 1pm - 4:00pm, hours may vary based on set up, and clean up, from 1

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 Job Title: Seasonal Exploration Express Lead Counselor

Classification: Part Time Seasonal
$17.00 - $19.00 per hour DOE

 

The Exploration Express Lead is responsible for implementing, leading, supervising, and assisting activities that support the Exploration Express program for children 6-8th grade in a manner that contributes to their well-being, growth and development.  To provide a warm, nurturing, safe and loving environment where self-concept is enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate must have High School Diploma, AA, BA or equivalent experience in Education or Recreation or a minimum of two years supervising staff and children.  Must be 21 years or older and First Aid/CPR/AED certifications are required. (Park District provides training). Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Drives vehicle from the recreation center to different field trip locations assigned.
• Communicates by cell phone with the agency office as necessary only using the phone when the vehicle is stopped in a secure and safe location) in the event of a medical emergency, significant passenger behavioral situation, vehicle mechanical problem or other situation where assistance is needed during transportation. Contacts 911 immediately in the event of a medical or serious emergency. 
• Verbal and written communication with parents, staff, participants and public.        
• Gathering, loading, transporting, setting up and cleaning up equipment and supplies.
• Preparing and completing planned operational and agency forms.
• Plan and organize and outdoor activities gearing them to the needs of the assigned groups.
• Administer program within budget guidelines.
• Supervise and evaluate camp.
• Use appropriate and positive discipline.
• Active participation in camp activities.
• Assist in maintaining and organizing files and records for the camp/bus.
• Assist with general housekeeping of Rec Bus and supplies.
• Enjoy working with people and foster an environment that contributes to positive self-esteem.
• Ability to be flexible and work under stressful conditions
• Work closely with staff.
• Promote a quality loss control/safety program for the Park District.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND PROTECTIVE GEAR/CLOTHING
Must be able to:  Work in extreme heat conditions. Enjoy working with people.  Be flexible and work under stressful conditions based on weather.  Be able to work closely with staff and be able to work well with the public possibly having physical contact with the public. Keep attendance of children enrolled in camp each day. Assist with general housekeeping tasks. Be able to read and understand written materials and manuals. When given must be able to follow rules and verbal instructions. Be able to demonstrate good safety awareness and judgement. Also, be able to demonstrate creative programming skills.

HOURS
Seasonal Exploration Express Lead Counselor are part-time seasonal working Monday – Friday from 8:30am - 4:30pm, hours may vary based on set up, and clean up. Additional training hours will be required before camp begins. 

Completed applications may be emailed to: bkuchynka@communityparkdistrict.org or sent to the Community Park District Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park.

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Job Title: Seasonal Exploration Express Co-Counselor

Classification: Part Time Seasonal
$16.00 - $18.00 per hour DOE

The Exploration Express Co-Counselor is responsible for implementing, supervising, and assisting activities that support the Exploration Express program for children 6-8th grade in a manner that contributes to their well-being, growth and development.  To provide a warm, nurturing, safe and loving environment where self-concept is enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate must have High School Diploma, AA, BA or equivalent experience in Education or Recreation or a minimum of two years supervising staff and children.  Must be 21 years or older and First Aid/CPR/AED certifications are required. (Park District provides training). Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Drives vehicle from the recreation center to different field trip locations assigned.
• Communicates by cell phone with the agency office as necessary only using the phone when the vehicle is stopped in a secure and safe location) in the event of a medical emergency, significant passenger behavioral situation, vehicle mechanical problem or other situation where assistance is needed during transportation. Contacts 911 immediately in the event of a medical or serious emergency. 
• Verbal and written communication with parents, staff, participants and public.        
• Gathering, loading, transporting, setting up and cleaning up equipment and supplies.
• Preparing and completing planned operational and agency forms.
• Plan and organize and outdoor activities gearing them to the needs of the assigned groups.
• Administer program within budget guidelines.
• Supervise and evaluate camp.
• Use appropriate and positive discipline.
• Active participation in camp activities.
• Assist in maintaining and organizing files and records for the camp/bus.
• Assist with general housekeeping of Rec Bus and supplies.
• Enjoy working with people and foster an environment that contributes to positive self-esteem.
• Ability to be flexible and work under stressful conditions
• Work closely with staff.
• Promote a quality loss control/safety program for the Park District.
• Assist the Lead Counselor in controlling and executing camp activities

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND PROTECTIVE GEAR/CLOTHING
Must be able to:  Work in extreme heat conditions. Enjoy working with people.  Be flexible and work under stressful conditions based on weather.  Be able to work closely with staff and be able to work well with the public possibly having physical contact with the public. Keep attendance of children enrolled in camp each day. Assist with general housekeeping tasks. Be able to read and understand written materials and manuals. When given must be able to follow rules and verbal instructions. Be able to demonstrate good safety awareness and judgement. Also, be able to demonstrate creative programming skills.

HOURS

Seasonal Exploration Express Co-Counselor are part-time seasonal working Monday – Friday from 8:30am - 4:30pm, hours may vary based on set up and clean up. Additional training hours will be required before camp begins. 

Completed applications may be emailed to: bkuchynka@communityparkdistrict.org or sent to the Community Park District Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park.

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Job Title: Athletic Field Supervisor- Seasonal

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of athletic field supervision or youth programs/league.

Knowledge of soccer, baseball, softball, sports training, pickleball and a variety of other sports/activities.

Experience as a coach or trainer in other sports is preferred, but not required.

Proficiency in both English and Spanish is desirable, but not required.

Certification in nationally recognized CPR and Safety instruction (Can be obtained through the CPD)

SUPERVISOR

The Athletics Assistant is under the direction of the Superintendent of Recreation and the Executive Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Present a positive attitude and promote a favorable image for the Community Park District.
• Effectively maintain timeliness of coaches and referees on both practice and game days.
• Assist Recreation Manager with providing umpires and captains with proper equipment and updates in a timely manner.
• Learn and understand the league rules and expected behavior of self, participants, officials, and parents.
• Assists other athletic staff and Recreation manager with setting up/preparing athletic field for practice/games, as well as remove equipment at the end of each practice/game.
• Assists with overseeing practice and games, distributing and collecting paperwork and equipment.
• Establish and maintain standards of player and parent behavior needed to achieve effective participation.
• Foster open communication with pa through on-site availability as a liaison for the park district.
• Maintain regular weekly communication with immediate supervisor and keep him/her up to date on all activities, issues, equipment, and financial matters.
• Must be in compliance with the loss prevention and safety policies of the Park District.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

• Promote athletics registration through distribution of promotional material and word-of-mouth marketing.
• Keep the facilities clean and all equipment in proper working order.
• Be aware of league rules and regulations and make sure coaches, referees and umpires abide by them.
• Inventory supplies and make recommendations on orders to Recreation Manager.
• Perform other program-related duties as assigned by the Recreation Manager, Assist or serve as an instructor/staff for other recreation and athletics programs when scheduled.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENTAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to bend, stoop, lift items weighing up to 50 pounds, turn, sit, and stand for short or extended periods of time. May be exposed to elements during outdoor activities, including extreme heat and cold, snow, rain, ice, day and night conditions, and high levels of pollen. He/she is exposed to varying levels of humidity, temperature, and light when working indoors. The Athletics Assistant may feel added pressure from being responsible for the entire program and children enrolled Must be able to plan, administer, and evaluate the operation of the youth and adult leagues. Must possess the ability to convey information to others in a clear, concise manner.

 

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Interested candidates should email a completed application to:  bkuchynka@communityparkdistrict.org or mail materials to the Community Park District Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park.

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Job Title: Sports Instructors Wanted!

 

Under the supervision of the Recreation, Facilities and Safety Manager, the Community Park District Sports Instructors is responsible for developing, planning, implementing, leading, supervising, and assisting instructional athletic programs in La Grange Park. This position provides safe, fun, nurturing, and active programming for kids ages 3-17 where self-concept is enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected. Programming includes private, semiprivate, and group instruction.

 

Community Park District sports instructors are energetic, positive, and patient coaches who love sharing their passion for athletics with children experiencing a sport for the first time as well as those looking to improve intermediate or advanced skills. Instructors have coaching experience and a thorough knowledge of at least 2 of the following sports: Baseball, softball, basketball, cheerleading, tennis, volleyball, track, football/flag football, and soccer. Collegiate athletics experience is preferred. Instructors must be 18 years or older, have reliable transportation, be team-oriented, and have excellent communication skills. CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required (Park District provides training).

 

Resumes and Employment Applications may be emailed to Brittany Kuchynka at bkuchynka@communityparkdistrict.org or dropped off at 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park, IL 60526.

 

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