Before School Recreation Leader

USD #116

Urbana (IL)

On-site

USD 22,399

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local school district in Urbana, Illinois is looking for a Before School Recreation Leader responsible for supervising and engaging elementary school children during morning activities. The role requires a high school diploma and experience in a recreational setting. Candidates should be skilled in planning, maintaining a safe environment, and building positive relationships with children. This position offers a part-time workload of 2 hours each school day at a pay rate of $16.26/hour, with an immediate start date.

Qualifications

Experience working with elementary school youth in a recreational setting.
College coursework in Recreation, K-12 Education, Early Childhood, or related field.
Credential in School-Age & Youth Development or Early Childhood Education.

Responsibilities

Provide supervision and ensure a safe environment.
Plan and lead daily activities for children.
Maintain discipline and enforce rules.

Skills

Supervision

Activity Planning

Child Development

Positive Relationship Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Before School Recreation Leader

Urbana School District #116 USD #116 - Urbana, Illinois

Job Details

Job ID: 5348707

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 22, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Urbana School District #116

TITLE: Before School Recreation Leader

LOCATIONS: Elementary Locations

SUPERVISOR: This position reports directly to the Director of ASCCP/BSCCP and is supervised on a daily basis by the Site Coordinator at each respective location

JOB SUMMARY: The program staff shall consist of highly-trained individuals who are able to deal with the everyday needs and interests of young children and, at the same time, provide a close relationship in the areas of understanding, motivation, and self-discipline in a group setting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

Provide close supervision at all times, creating a safe environment.
Maintain discipline and enforce rules using appropriate methods.
Plan and lead various daily activities contributing to each child’s physical, intellectual, personal, emotional, and social development.
Submit activity plans and supply lists in advance to the Site Coordinator on a scheduled basis.
Clean activity areas and put away all materials after each activity.
Complete daily reports thoroughly and submit these to the Site Coordinator at the end of each day.
Notify the Site Coordinator immediately if a child is ill, injured, or missing.
Attend all Site staff meetings, trainings, and special events.
Maintain a positive relationship with children, staff, and parents.
Participate in activities leading to professional growth in school-age child care.
Be responsible for the inventory and organization of assigned program areas.
Be familiar with all participants and their families and cognizant of any other individuals to provide a secure environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

Experience working with elementary school youth in a recreational setting
College coursework in Recreation, K-12 Education, Early Childhood, Physical Education, or related field
Credential in School-Age & Youth Development or Early Childhood Education

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

2 hours per day (6:30 am-8:30 am)
Payrate $16.26/hour
This is a non-exempt position that is not within the collective bargaining unit or an administrative position.
Benefit information can be found on the Human Resources webpage.

START DATE: As soon as possible and School Year 2026-2027

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

REVISED: June 2026

Position Type: 2 Hours Per Day

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