Recreation Program Instructor – Preschool

City of Lenexa; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Lenexa’s Parks & Recreation Department is seeking a Recreation Program Instructor to support Preschool Pals, a fun and engaging early childhood program at the Lenexa Rec Center. This role helps create a positive first learning experience for children ages 3-5 by leading activities, preparing lessons and fostering a welcoming environment.

This is a year-round, part-time role working up to 12 hours per week, mainly on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience in instruction, childcare, or customer service.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare engaging curriculum and lesson plans for Preschool Pals programming.
• Lead and supervise program participants in classroom activities.
• Assist with promoting classes including preparing content for Town Talk and other marketing materials as requested.
• Help create a fun safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Maintain program materials and assist with classroom setup and cleanup.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Lenexas Parks & Recreation Department is seeking a Recreation Program Instructor to support Preschool Pals a fun and engaging early childhood program at the Lenexa Rec Center This role helps create a positive first learning experience for children ages 355 by leading activities preparing lessons and fostering a welcoming environment.

Schedule

This position works up to 12 hours per week primarily on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. This is a year round part time position.

Position Summary

The Recreation Program Instructor leads preschool aged participants through a variety of enriching activities including arts and crafts science projects activity centers and other hands on learning experiences. The instructor develops and delivers curriculum that supports creativity exploration and social development serving as a positive representative of the City of Lenexa.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare engaging curriculum and lesson plans for Preschool Pals programming
• Lead and supervise program participants in classroom activities
• Assist with promoting classes including preparing content for Town Talk and other marketing materials as requested
• Help create a fun safe and inclusive environment for all participants
• Maintain program materials and assist with classroom setup and cleanup

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Two years of experience in instruction childcare or customer service
• First AidCPRAED certification or the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
• Valid drivers license

Starting rate of pay is 1650 per hour with annual raises.

Physical and Environmental Factors

Work may take place both indoors and outdoors. The position requires the ability to lift carry and move materials related to recreation programs and classroom activities.

Employment Conditions

Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a pre employment drug screen and background check.