Recreation Specialist Preschool Teacher (Toddler Program) (Part-Time)

• Program: Fridays 9:15a.m. - 10:15 a.m. (teacher on site approximately 8:45a.m. - 10:45 a.m.)
• Season: January - May 2026; program pauses for summer and resumes in September
• Pre-launch prep: Approximately 10 hours/week for 3 weeks in November - December 2025 for curriculum build-out supply prep and set-up
• Additional hours may be assigned for trainings meetings and special activities
• Duration: position is ongoing as long as needed and supported by the budget.

• Non-exempt hourly rate.
• Temporary Part-time positions are hourly and not eligible for benefits and are limited to working 999 hours in a fiscal year (July 1 - June 30). No full-time regular appointment will be made from this class.

NOTE: Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Conceptualize plan and implement a developmentally appropriate toddler/parent curriculum (music/movement sensory social play simple routines).
• Budget organize shop for and maintain inventory of all program supplies.
• Prepare classroom/space before class and ensure thorough clean-up after class; maintain a clean neat and safe environment.
• Oversee and enforce program rules and safety expectations in coordination with City policies.
• Serve as primary point of contact for parents/caregivers; support positive communication and conflict resolution.
• Actively engage with toddlers and caregivers during all activities; model positive guidance and play facilitation.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers City staff and the public using principles of outstanding customer service.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with staff and parents regarding program activities and updates.
• Arrange substitute coverage as needed and coordinate scheduling details with the Recreation Coordinator II.
• Complete rosters activity plans and simple reports as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Practices and methods of public relations and customer service; effective interpersonal communication.
• Basic methodology of organizing groups programs and services in a recreational/early childhood setting.
• Administrative practices including communication decision-making simple budget tracking and public information.
• Modern office methods procedures and common computer applications (email docs/sheets).
• Basic report/narrative writing techniques.

• Demonstrate enthusiasm positive energy self-motivation and maturity.
• Communicate clearly and professionally both orally and in writing.
• Organize prioritize and pace duties and tasks to meet program timelines.
• Follow oral and written directions; exercise sound judgment.
• Establish and maintain effective cooperative working relationships with coworkers and the public.
• Lift set up and put away materials and equipment for toddler activities.

Education:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required; some college preferred.
• Early Childhood Education/Child Development coursework (12 units) preferred; related to Recreation Art Music or Physical Education coursework serving early childhood may be considered.

• Prior experience working with toddlers (approx. 18 - 36 months) and families in a preschool recreation or similar setting is strongly preferred.