Preschool Lead Teacher - MCAC

Make a positive impact on the community by joining the Johnson County Park and Recreation District team and help us enhance the lives of thousands through excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. As a JCPRD employee, you'll be part of a locally, regionally, and nationally acclaimed organization that annually hosts nearly 7 million park visitors and engages nearly 3 million participants in 4,000+ programs. With partial benefits including vacation, sick, and holiday pay, employee incentives such as program discounts, and a great organizational culture, JCPRD is building a thriving park and recreation system that inspires play, culture, and education, supporting healthy and fulfilling lives for all. Come work where you play

Preschool Lead Teachers are responsible for direct interaction with the children in games, activities and free play, along with ensuring the general health, welfare and well-being of each child as well as some lesson planning.  Lead teachers need to be active participants with the children enrolled, and effective communicators with parents, children, supervisors and co-workers. Teachers will be outdoors daily in all types of weather and temperatures. An enjoyment for nature and outdoors is required.

Hourly pay:  $16.50 

Minimum Job Requirements:

High School diploma or GED, early childhood education courses preferred or a Child Development Certificate

Professional Experience:

Experience in preschool setting is required

Required Skills:

Patient, good with children, good communication skills and flexible. Works well with others.

Preferred Job Requirements:

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Psychology, or other relevant degree.

JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions.  Specified criteria may vary by Department.