Childcare Recreation Leader
About The Position
Childcare Youth Rec 2 Leaders provide supervision for assigned youth recreation program while also serving in a front-line lead role, providing safe and rewarding recreational opportunities for youth ages 6 months to 5 years (Kids' Corner childcare program) and 3 to 5 years (Busy Buddies Preschool and Summer Buddies programs). A day in the life: Instructs classes or leads recreation activities ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. Oversees the safety, comfort and progress of participants. Adapts activities as needed to meet the abilities and needs of individuals. Prepares equipment, materials and supplies required for conducting activities. Sets up, takes downs and cleans-up after class as required. Communicates effectively with the public including providing accurate information related to work assignment and responding to patron and parent questions and concerns. Respond to accidents and incidents according to procedure. Acts as a Mandatory Reporter; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect. Schedule This is a subbing position primarily for summer coverage. Exact working hours to be determined. Program hours are as follows: Summer Buddies runs M-TH afternoons 1:00-4:00pm from June 22 through August 20. Kids' Corner runs from M-F 9:00-11:35am every week. Program hours for Kids' Corner and Busy Buddies will shift in September.
Requirements
- Must be a minimum of 16 years of age; AND
- Currently attending high school; AND
- Some previous work, training/certification or volunteer experience related to position; OR
- Any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training.
- Strong Knowledge of: Basic recreation activity planning, class management techniques and leadership strategies Progressive methods for teaching skills associated with assignment; and, Basic youth development principles
- Skill and Ability to: Plan, lead and instruct assigned recreation activities Understand the needs of participants and adapt accordingly Motivate participants through positive encouragement Demonstrate skills responsible for teaching Perform independently within a structured environment Interact effectively with a variety of patrons/participants Communicate effectively, tactfully, and pleasantly with the public and others Establish and maintain positive, respectful and cooperative working relationships with all contacts
- Some positions may require possession of, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, a current CPR/First Aide certification.
Responsibilities
- Instructs classes or leads recreation activities ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Oversees the safety, comfort and progress of participants.
- Adapts activities as needed to meet the abilities and needs of individuals.
- Prepares equipment, materials and supplies required for conducting activities.
- Sets up, takes downs and cleans-up after class as required.
- Communicates effectively with the public including providing accurate information related to work assignment and responding to patron and parent questions and concerns.
- Respond to accidents and incidents according to procedure.
- Acts as a Mandatory Reporter; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
