Assistant Site Lead (Part-Time)

Piedmont; Piedmont (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan contributions

Retirement benefits

Sick leave accumulation

Job summary

Piedmont is hiring an Assistant Site Lead to support the Schoolmates program. This part-time role involves supervising children, ensuring their safety, and assisting in educational and recreational activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in child development and recreation supervision.

Responsibilities include responding to participant inquiries, leading diverse activities, and maintaining program equipment. Candidates must hold an Associate’s degree and relevant certifications. The position offers flexible hours, Monday to Friday, 20–29 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of play-based curriculum and recreational activities for children.
• Ability to organize and supervise group activities effectively.
• Experience in maintaining safety standards and providing first aid.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Lead in supervising children during activities.
• Maintain a safe and engaging environment for participants.
• Implement approved program plans and manage program inquiries.

Skills

Recreational supervision

First Aid and CPR

Child development

Education

Associate’s Degree in child development or related field

Job description

Assistant Site Lead – Responsibilities

The Assistant Site Lead will assist the Schoolmates Site Lead in all areas of the program and may fill in for the Site Lead on occasion. The role involves supervising and guiding children throughout the program.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the safety of children and staff at all times and maintaining a safe, clean and tidy environment.
• Assisting in a variety of educational and recreational activities such as sports, games, drama, music, health, science, nature, crafts, and indoor and outdoor activities.
• Assisting the Site Lead in preparing weekly and monthly activities and implementing approved program plans.
• Responding to program inquiries from participants, parents, citizens and others (in person and by telephone) and referring as needed.
• Instructing children in the safe use of crafts, games, supplies and play‑based equipment.
• Setting up and using recreational, educational, cleaning and other equipment related to the program, including standard office equipment and computers.

Supervision

Receives general supervision from the Recreation Supervisor and the Schoolmates Site Lead. Provides supervision to part‑time staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Play‑based curriculum, values, methods and materials used in recreational activities with elementary school children.
• Principles and practices of recreation program supervision for elementary school children.
• Applicable rules and regulations related to the program and facility.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors and City staff.
• Safety procedures, including basic first aid and CPR.
• Record‑keeping practices and business arithmetic.

Ability to Assist and/or Lead:

• Plan, organize, direct, supervise and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
• Train staff in program activities and safety procedures.
• Interpret, apply and explain policies, rules and regulations.
• Develop, implement and conduct age‑appropriate recreational activities for school‑age children.
• Maintain accurate participant files (e.g., emergency cards, permission slips, waivers).
• Handle medical emergencies and injuries in a calm, effective manner, including providing basic first aid.
• Maintain facilities and program equipment in a clean, safe and secure manner.
• Exercise independent judgment and initiative within established policy guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to an Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in child development, early childhood education, recreation or a related field, and two (2) years of experience working with youth in a group setting. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Requirements

Licenses, Certifications and Vaccinations:

• Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Must possess or be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications.

Physical Demands

Must have strength, stamina and mobility to perform moderate physical work, including lifting and carrying recreation equipment up to 35 pounds for extended periods. Flexibility to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects. Visual acuity sufficient for computer work. Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the phone.

Environmental Elements

Employees work in a school setting with loud to moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions and outdoors. Incumbents may be exposed to blood and body fluids requiring first aid and CPR and must wear appropriate attire for the recreation activity assigned. Employees may interact with challenging staff and/or public and private representatives.

Working Conditions

Must be fingerprinted for submission to the California Department of Justice for work with children.

Work Week

This part‑time at‑will position requires an average of 20–29 hours per week, typically Monday–Friday, and anytime between 1:00–6:15 pm. Hours may not exceed 1,400 per year. Management reserves the right to change work hours.

Benefits

Part‑time employees scheduled to work more than 1,000 hours during a fiscal year are eligible for the following benefits:

• Retirement: Classic employee CalPERS 2% @ 60; employee share 7%. New members 2% @ 62; employee share 7.75%. City also participates in Social Security.
• Medical: Eligible to enroll in the City’s health care plan. City contributes the minimum amount required by law toward the monthly premium for hospital and medical care benefits under the CalPERS Public Employees’ Medical & Hospital Care Act (PEMHCA) Health Plan, currently $162/month. Remaining premium is the employee’s responsibility.
• Sick leave: Accrued at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, with a maximum accrual of 6 days or 48 hours.
• Section 125 plan: Available for contributions toward health care and dependent care expenses on a pre‑tax basis.
• 457 retirement plan: Voluntary salary contributions on a pre‑tax basis.

Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

The City of Piedmont complies with EOE, AA and ADA.