Recreation Leader I-III (School Year, Part-Time)

Job Description

Job Description

INSPIRE! CREATE! PLAY! Make a difference in a child's life while making lifelong friends. The City of Piedmont is looking for amazing staff that can bring the highest quality of spirit, commitment and caring to our community. We are currently hiring compassionate, nurturing, creative, fun-loving people who are interested in making a positive difference in the lives of children.

Joining the PRD team is a great way to support your community while getting paid to have fun! If you're energetic, responsible, and ready to help kids play, learn, and grow, WE WANT YOU on our team!

Applicants must possess a basic knowledge of recreational activities and have the enthusiasm, patience, desire and leadership skills to supervise and guide participants throughout the program. Applicants will work closely with the Site Lead and Recreation Supervisor in collaborating, constructing, implementing, and overseeing innovative programs for participants of the program.

Ideal candidates are :

• Professional : You know how to engage appropriately with children and their parents alike.
• Responsible : Safety comes first and you always follow through.
• Energetic / Enthusiastic : You're a team player, always ready to jump in and have fun!
• Experienced working with children in a recreation / after-school setting

Minimum Requirements

Recreation Leader I ($16.50-$18) : Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade or GED and one year experience working in a childcare or recreation program. Completion of coursework in education, child development, or a related field is preferred.

Recreation Leader II / Preschool Aide ($18-$22) Equivalent to completion of two years college and three years' experience working in a childcare or recreation program. Completion of coursework in education, child development, or a related field is preferred.

Recreation Leader III ($22 - $30) Equivalent to the completion of 4 years of college, and 5 years of experience working in a childcare or recreation program. Completion of coursework in education, child development or in a related field is preferred. Very specialized experience in a Recreation program.

For an in-depth look at our current Schoolmates program, please visit https : / / piedmont.ca.gov / services___departments / recreation / afterschool

Successful candidates must pass a Department of Justice live fingerprint scan, background reference checks, and a Tuberculosis screening prior to start of employment.

Examples of Duties

This Company Describes Its Culture as :

Hours per Week : 20 - 25 hours

Working Days : Monday - Friday

Job Type : Part-time

Pay : $16.50 - $30.00 per hour

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment reference / background check that may include, but is not limited to : employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. All positions require a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.