Program Instructor II - Preschool

City of Kirkland • Kirkland, WA

32d • Hybrid

About The Position

The North Kirkland Community Center is seeking an enthusiastic and engaging Program Instructor II – Preschool to lead a variety of parent/child and preschool programs for young children ages 1–5. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys creating fun, active, and age-appropriate learning experiences while building positive relationships with children and their families. The immediate need is: Mondays, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. – Preschool Science & Discovery Wednesdays, 9:15–11:30 a.m. – Kids in Motion Movement/Tumbling. The instructor may also have opportunities to teach additional preschool and parent/child classes based on interest, experience, and program needs. We are looking for someone who is comfortable working with young children, enjoys leading groups, and can create a welcoming and energetic environment for both children and caregivers.

Requirements

• Good verbal, written, and telephone communication skills.
• Ability to interact courteously with the public to acknowledge both compliments and complaints.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated good judgement in problem solving and responding to customer needs.
• Proficiency in standard computer software, such as Microsoft Office Suite applications Word, Excel and Outlook.
• 6 months of customer service experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have or be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certificate within 90 days of hire.
• May be required to possess a Washington State driver’s license and submit a driving abstract, depending on area of assignment.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and use stairs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching preschool, early childhood education, recreation, movement, tumbling, science, or similar youth programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a variety of parent/child and preschool programs for young children ages 1–5.
• Create fun, active, and age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Build positive relationships with children and their families.
• Teach Preschool Science & Discovery on Mondays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Teach Kids in Motion Movement/Tumbling on Wednesdays from 9:15–11:30 a.m.
• Potentially teach additional preschool and parent/child classes based on interest, experience, and program needs.
• Work with young children.
• Lead groups.
• Create a welcoming and energetic environment for children and caregivers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed