Morning Lead Teacher - Olathe Elementary Schools

JCPRD; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing community life through excellent parks and recreation services. As a Morning Lead Teacher, you will inspire school-age children with creative activities that promote environmental awareness, fitness, and STEM learning. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with the next generation while ensuring a safe and enriching environment. With a commitment to employee well-being, this organization provides excellent benefits and a supportive culture. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and enjoy working with children, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Retirement plans

Employee incentives

Excellent benefits

Organizational culture

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience with school-age children in an organized setting.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging activities for K-6 graders in Before School Care.
• Plan and facilitate fun and educational programs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Self-Motivation

Job description

Overview

Make a positive impact on the community by joining the Johnson County Park and Recreation District team and help us enhance the lives of thousands through excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. As a JCPRD employee, you'll be part of a locally, regionally, and nationally acclaimed organization that annually hosts nearly 7 million park visitors and engages nearly 3 million participants in 4,000+ programs. With excellent benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a great organizational culture, JCPRD is building a thriving park and recreation system that inspires play, culture, and education, supporting healthy and fulfilling lives for all. Come work where you play!

Job Description

Adventure awaits you at JCPRD in our Before/After School Care programs! As a Morning Lead Teacher, you will:

• Challenge our next generation with fun and stimulating games, sports, and arts in a Before School Care setting.
• Plan and facilitate opportunities to explore environmental awareness, fitness, health, STEM, creativity, and innovation.
• Engage in special projects, field trips, parties, and other activities based on the interests of the children enrolled.
• Provide children with a safe, enriching, and fun place to be by directing age-appropriate activities for K-6 graders. Training will be provided.
• Salary: $16.00 per hour.

Location options are at various elementary schools in the Olathe School District. The position is Monday - Friday, 7:00 - 8:30 a.m.

Job Requirements

• 1 year of experience with school-age children in an organized setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices.
• Self-motivation and the ability to prioritize personal responsibilities and accomplish job tasks with autonomy from close supervision.
• Leadership and supervisory skills.

JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department.