Recreation Leader (PT Unbenefited)

City of Milpitas; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Milpitas Recreation and Community Services Department seeks Recreation Leaders to engage K-6 students in after-school activities, games, and homework support at various elementary sites.

Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic problem-solvers with strong communication skills, able to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and work both independently off-site and with colleagues in compliance with city rules.

Qualifications

• Experience working with school-age children (5-12) preferred.
• Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently off-site and with others.

Responsibilities

• Lead games and activities for kindergarten through 6th grade students at elementary sites.
• Coordinate and implement daily activities for After the Bell and LYFE programs.
• Supervise students and provide verbal and written feedback on activities.
• Follow established rules, guidelines, and time limits for activities.
• Work with Recreation staff to support events and programs as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Independence

Education

Experience with school age children (5-12)

Job description

THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED, AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME

***APPLICATIONS ARE SCREENED ON A REGULAR BASIS***

The City of Milpitas Recreation and Community Services Department is looking for Recreation Leaders who are enthusiastic problem-solvers, have excellent communicate skills, and provide quality customer service to the community and our residents.

We encourage you to check us out at: Recreation & Community Services | Milpitas, CA

The ideal candidate must be able to multitask in a fast-paced work environment. They must be able to work independently off site and with other co-workers in compliance with City Rules and Regulations. Recreation Leaders may also be invited to work in additional areas including special events and other program areas within the Recreation and Community Services Department.

This position is part of the After the Bell Program and provides support at various elementary school sites. Recreation Leaders work with students in kindergarten through 6th grade for After the Bell and grades 7-9 for LYFE in after school activities, structured games, and homework assistance. Other assignments provide support to the Milpitas Teen Center, leading activities of the same sort with teenage students.

*This recruitment will be used to staff for year-round and seasonal positions*

Work Schedules:

• Monday through Friday: 2:00pm - 6:00pm
• Occasional nights, weekends, and holidays

Locations/Programs:

• After The Bell
• LYFE School Programs
• Milpitas Teen Center
• Summer Day Camps
• Special events and programs within Milpitas

Under direct supervision of the Recreation Leader IV, Recreation Leader V and Program Coordinator, Recreation Leaders will lead kindergarten through 6th grade students in activities, games and other recreational activities at various elementary school sites.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Work with and/or supervise school age children ages 5-15 years old
• Lead games and activities
• Coordinate and implement daily activities
• Multitask in a fast-paced work environment
• Lead participants, communicate activity objectives and rules clearly and effectively
• Provide information and direction to a wide variety of age groups, conduct games and activities following established rules, guidelines, and time limits
• Learn, retain and use safety rules and regulations
• Provide verbal and summarized written feedback on activities
• Supervise students
• Work independently off site and with other co-workers in compliance with City Rules and Regulations
• Additional duties may include working Recreation Services activities and events as needed.

• Minimum age at time of hire is 16 years old
• Must have experience in working with school age children (5-12 years old)

License/s and Other Requirements

Upon selection, onboarding requirements include:

• Tuberculosis test
• Fingerprint clearance (Department of Justice background check) if eighteen (18) years of age or older
• Current certification in American Red Cross First Aid and CPR, or obtain certification within 60 days of hire date

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Milpitas will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Human Resources Department.

The City of Milpitas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.