Circle of Friends Inclusion Aide

Department: Recreation Seasonal: Hourly

• Non-exempt Do you enjoy making a difference in children's lives and creating a supportive, active environment? Join the Dundee Township Park District as an Inclusion Aide and play a vital role in supporting elementary-aged children who require special accommodations. Help foster personal growth, physical wellness, and positive social development through engaging activities in a fun and energetic setting. This seasonal, part-time position offers meaningful work where you can make a lasting impact. Why Join Us? As an Inclusion Aide, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to promoting inclusion, safety, and respect for all children. You’ll provide one-on-one support and facilitate activities that engage children and their families in our community, ensuring every child’s recreation experience is welcoming and positive. What You’ll Do: Supervise one or multiple children, promoting inclusion, safety, and respect Facilitate various activities that promote physical activity, wellness, and positive personal development Build positive, stable relationships with children and communicate regularly with their families/caregivers Provide reasonable accommodations such as breaks, additional time, small group settings, and preferential seating Set up adaptive or specialized equipment, ensuring accessibility for all participants Maintain a friendly, supportive atmosphere and assist with behavior management Follow safety protocols including first aid administration and incident reporting Ensure proper sign-in/sign-out procedures and maintain program documentation Set up and clean activity spaces according to site expectations Report concerns or needs to Program Supervisor/Manager promptly Collaborate with Park District and School District staff as needed Serve as a positive representative of the Dundee Township Park District What You Bring: Preferred enrollment in college/university courses related to Therapeutic Recreation, Special Education, or a related field Experience working with children who require special accommodations and leading youth activities Excellent customer service, verbal communication, and listening skills Ability to remain calm and act rationally in high-stress or emergency situations Some experience with Microsoft Office Suite preferred but not required Current First Aid and CPR certification preferred (training available if needed) Strong sense of responsibility, reliability, and teamwork Schedule: Hours vary depending on programming; position located at various locations within Dundee Township Park District boundaries. Seasonal, part-time hours. In Exchange for Your Time and Talent, While Employed, We Offer: Choose one of the following: Individual 100-day Fitness Center Pass Family Season Pass to Dolphin Cove Aquatic Center Family Season Pass to Randall Oaks Zoo and Park Plus: Free or discounted Park District programs, merchandise, and concessions Credit Union membership access Join Our Team! If you’re passionate about working with children, enjoy creating fun and supportive experiences, and want to be part of a community-focused team, apply today to become an Inclusion Aide with Dundee Township Park District!