Activity Assistant Preschool - Part Time

City of Loveland • Loveland, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Assisting in guiding preschool participants in a variety of early learning recreation programs (summer and school break mini-camps, summer and school-year preschool prep classes, etc.). This opportunity will remain open until filled. A feel‑good role perfect for college students or retired teachers who love staying active, helping others, and guiding with our littlest learners!

Requirements

• High School graduate or GED required.
• Must be a minimum age of 18 at time of hire.
• Must currently possess or be able to successfully complete provided First Aid, CPR certifications within 60 days of hire date and prior to working with children.
• Working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices, and play-based teaching philosophies.
• Communicate effectively and diplomatically with participants of the programs, parents, co-workers and the general public.
• Use independent, sound judgment to react quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Exhibit patience and empathy when dealing with stressful situations.
• Must demonstrate competent organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to work independently, alongside a co-teacher, and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Course work in Education, Recreation or Human Development and Family Services preferred.
• Some previous experience planning, teaching and supervising large group activities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the preparation, implementation, and clean-up of fun, safe and age appropriate activities on a daily basis.
• Inspect classroom/program environment and equipment on a regular basis to ensure safety of participants and communicate repair or replacement needs to supervisor.
• Assist with overall planning and coordinating of age-appropriate lesson plans and creation of new class descriptions for brochures.
• Responsible for keeping current and accurate attendance records throughout programs.
• Assist with daily communication to parents regarding child’s experience in the program, behavior strategies, and needs for successful participation.
• Offer and instruct effective and age-appropriate conflict management and problem-solving strategies including positive reinforcement as needed.
• Attend and participate in all required staff trainings & meetings.
• Respond calmly and appropriately in stressful, chaotic and emergency situations according to established procedures.
• Adhere to and implement all Chilson Center & City of Loveland policies and procedures.
• May assist with drop-in childcare for guests of the Chilson Recreation Center.
• May assist in special events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Retirement – 457 Plan (employee funded plan)
• Medical Leave – Accrue 1 hour of leave per 30 hours worked (up to 48 hours)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED