Outdoor After School Program Assistant I

Montrose Recreation District; Montrose (CO); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Membership to the Community Rec C

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Montrose Recreation District is seeking a Program Assistant 1 to help lead after-school enrichment and outdoor activities for youth. The role involves supervising students, assisting with setup and cleanup, maintaining safety and positive behavior, and communicating with families and staff.

The ideal candidate enjoys outdoor settings, teamwork, and fostering a love of nature among participants. Hours are after school, with a focus on hiking, nature exploration, and environmental education, under

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising or leading outdoor activities with youth.
• Ability to facilitate a safe, inclusive environment and follow guidance for behavior.
• Comfort with outdoor settings and physical activity.

Responsibilities

• Leads and assists students to safely participate in enrichment and outdoor activities.
• Exercise authority in guiding behavior in accordance with site procedures.
• Promote academic success, good character, health, and outdoor safety.
• Plans and facilitates activities for program participants.
• Participates in staff meetings and training as needed.

Skills

Outdoor activity supervision

Child engagement

Education

Elementary education or childcare experience (1 year preferred)

Job description

Benefits:

• Free Membership to the Community Rec Center after 30 days of hire.
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Flexible schedule

Position Summary

This position is responsible for leading and assisting enrichment activities including academic assistance, and a focus on outdoor themed arts and crafts, group games, outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, biking, and others. The Program Assistant 1 supports the planning and delivery of engaging, safe, and developmentally appropriate outdoor activities for youth in the after school program. This position works under the supervision of the Outdoor Leader and the Enrichment and Outdoors Coordinator to lead and assist with daily programs such as hiking, nature exploration, team-building games, and environmental education. The Program Assistant 1 helps create a positive and inclusive environment where participants can build confidence, teamwork skills, and a connection to the outdoors.

Key responsibilities include supervising and engaging with youth during activities, assisting with setup and cleanup, maintaining safety and behavior standards, and supporting communication with families and staff. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children in an outdoor setting, demonstrates strong teamwork and communication skills, and models enthusiasm for learning and exploration in nature. In general, the Outdoor Program Assistant 1 should enjoy working and playing outside, introducing new activities and skills to program participants, and fostering an appreciation for outdoor activities among youth participants.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following are examples of primary duties assigned to this position. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Leads and assists students to safely and actively participate in a wide variety of enrichment and outdoor activities
• Exercise authority in problematic situations with children; utilizing guidance and disciplinary procedures as directed by the Site Leader.
• Promote academic success, good character, citizenship, healthy lifestyles, outdoor activity, and outdoor safety
• May be trained to perform additional job duties on different days for special events.
• Plans and facilitates activities for program participants.
• Participates in staff meetings and training as needed or required.

Position Qualifications

Experience:

• 16 years of age or older
• Time spent leading or participating in outdoor activities, preferred
• One (1) year of experience in elementary education or childcare setting, preferred.

Certifications:

• The possession of or ability to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• The Outdoor After School Enrichment Program is housed at Montrose County School District’s Outer Range School and will utilize local park and outdoor areas.
• Program hours are from 3 pm-6:00 pm, Monday through Thursday.
• Primary functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for walking, standing, or sitting for prolonged periods. This position will require moderate lifting, and heavy lifting on occasion, and working indoors and in outdoor weather conditions, including rain, snow, heat, and wind.

Benefits

• Free Membership to the Community Rec Center after 30 days of hire.