Activity Assistant Preschool - Part Time

Job Summary:

Assisting in guiding preschool participants in a variety of early learning recreation programs (summer and school break minicamps summer and schoolyear preschool prep classes etc.. The salary range for this position is $14.81 $18.36 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. This opportunity will remain open until filled.

If you enjoy teaching the Activity Assistant position is a great opportunity for you!

Schedule:
Summer Tuesdays 12:302:30pm) & Thursdays 10:30am2:30pm)
Possibility of employment continuing through the school year for once weekly onehour Prep Series classes

Essential Functions:

• Actively participate in the preparation implementation and cleanup 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 ageappropriate 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 childs experience in the program behavior strategies and needs for successful participation.
• Offer and instruct effective and ageappropriate conflict management and problemsolving 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

Other Job Functions:

• May assist with dropin childcare for guests of the Chilson Recreation Center.
• May assist in special events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School graduate or GED required.
• Course work in Education Recreation or Human Development and Family Services preferred.

Experience:

• Must be a minimum age of 18 at time of hire.
• Some previous experience planning teaching and supervising large group activities preferred.

Certifications:

• 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.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and playbased teaching philosophies.
• Communicate effectively and diplomatically with participants of the programs parents coworkers 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 coteacher and as part of a team.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent light to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.
• Occasional exposure to hazards that are predictable or well protected against.
• Occasional exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements.
• Occasional

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

With over 300 days of sunshine and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations the worldfamous Valentine Remail Program and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts brewery foodie and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions professional hockey events endless community recreation and open space opportunities art and sculpture shows and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an awardwinning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020 Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governors Award for Downtown Excellence is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust Collaboration Innovation Safety Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program various opportunities for growth and development and an exceptional worklife balance.

A vibrant community surrounded by natural beauty where you belong!

NonBenefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

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

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities skills and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically and additional activities duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

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