Preschool Camp-Program Leader and Aide - Recreation Parks
Preschool Camp-Program Leader and Aide - Recreation Parks
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Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
Under the immediate supervision of the Camp/Program Director the Leader assists with the daily operations and administrative responsibilities of a camp/ program for children ages 2.56.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
DUTIES:
- Accept responsibility for the physical safety and emotional well being of the children.
- Ensure children are properly supervised and accurate attendance is always maintained.
- Communicate clearly and courteously with school personnel center staff specialized camp/program staff parents junior counselors and children.
- Assist in planning a wellrounded camp/program of recreational activities including music games drama arts and crafts social activities and special events. Implement the camp/program as posted on the weekly calendar.
- Report accidents property damage or major disciplinary problems to the director.
- Assist in setting up and taking down equipment and cleaning up area daily. Maintain cleanliness of the center including picking up trash sweeping floor daily etc.
- Pick up snacks and supplies from the Departments warehouse.
- Wear required HCRP staff shirt and nametag at all times. Wear appropriate closed toed shoes for activities (no flip flops unless approved by Program Supervisor/Coordinator).
- All other duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Administrative Requirements:
- Assist in securing Participant Information Form for each child.
- Assist with preparing weekly calendar and post on site.
- Ensure that parents sign children in and out each day. Maintain accurate attendance sheet at all times.
- Assist with preparation of camp/program newsletter.
- Complete accident/incident reports accurately and turn into director.
- Document and notify director with any concerns regarding staff or children
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
- Must be 16 years old.
- Ability to effectively meet the social emotional and physical needs of children.
- Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with parents peers and participants.
EXPERIENCE:
Prefer paid experience working with children.
EDUCATION:
Minimum two 2 years of High School. College coursework preferred.
RATE OF PAY:
Salary commensurate with experience.
Contingent Paraprofessional
Minimum wage$20/hour
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
TO APPLY:You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.
Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening background screening and reference checks.
At time of application please submit a copy of any college degree coursework licenses or certifications that you have referenced on your who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Howard Countyis an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity equity and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color religion age sex ancestry creed national origin disability status genetics marital statusmilitary service sexual orientation gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at .Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.
Employment Type
Gig
