Job Description

Posting number: 00436

Department: Recreation Department

Division: Recreation

Job classification: Program/Camp Coordinator

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Recreation, Parks and Recreation, Child Care

Summary

Are you creative, organized, and passionate about working with children? The City of Lake Forest is seeking an After School Enrichment Coordinator – Rec Instructor to help plan, prepare, and lead engaging after school enrichment programs through the Parks & Recreation Department.

This part-time role is responsible for developing curriculum, preparing lesson plans, teaching daily activities, supporting program operations, and helping create a safe, welcoming, and positive environment for participants. The After School Enrichment Coordinator also supports supplemental programming, including School Days Off enrichment opportunities.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, leading creative and age-appropriate activities, and helping students learn, explore, and have fun in a structured after school setting.

Why Join the City of Lake Forest?

• Help create meaningful, fun, and engaging after school experiences for children in the community.
• Use your creativity to develop activities that encourage learning, participation, confidence, and positive social interaction.
• Be part of a Parks & Recreation team that values safe, welcoming, and high-quality programming for residents of all ages.
• Work in a role where organization, creativity, communication, and care for children make a direct impact each day.

Examples of duties

• Develop and implement curriculum, lesson plans, and daily enrichment activities for after school programs and supplemental programming
• Provide in-classroom teaching, leadership, and active supervision of participants
• Create and maintain a safe, welcoming, organized, and engaging classroom environment
• Provide daily direction and support to program support staff, including reviewing activities, expectations, and participant needs
• Coordinate classroom setup, cleanup, materials, supplies, and purchasing within the approved program budget
• Communicate with parents and guardians by phone, email, or in person regarding program information, questions, or concerns
• Serve as a liaison with building leadership staff to help ensure program space is secured and ready for use
• Model and enforce applicable school, City, and program rules, policies, safety expectations, and behavior standards
• Produce a monthly newsletter to share program updates and information with families
• May assist with City, department, and community special events as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with children required; experience in a classroom, enrichment, recreation, camp, or after school setting preferred
• Knowledge of child development, age-appropriate activities, and positive behavior guidance
• Excellent customer service, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team and provide direction and support to program staff
• Ability to communicate effectively with participants, parents/guardians, staff, and supervisors
• Ability to maintain a safe, welcoming, and organized program environment

Supplemental information

• Part-time position
• After school hours, with additional opportunities during School Days Off programming and special events
• Benefits: IMRF, paid time off
• The After School Program will follow the same schedule as District 67

The City of Lake Forest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.