Circle of Friends Inclusion Aide

About the role

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.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Free or discounted Park District programs, merchandise, and concessions
• Credit Union membership access