Recreation Specialist II - Tiny Tots Program

City of Benicia, CA; Benicia (CA); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 36.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

City of Benicia's Tiny Tots Program seeks a Recreation Specialist II to plan, develop, implement, and supervise developmentally appropriate activities for preschoolers in a safe, inclusive setting. The ideal candidate has a teaching credential and lead teacher experience, and is creative and patient.

Work Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, about 25 hours per week, with additional prep time.

Formación

• 1 year of experience in the subject area.
• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, initiate, organize, and supervise recreation activities.
• Assist in planning and evaluating programs and activities.
• Inspect facilities/equipment and arrange repairs or maintenance.
• Receive and oversee use of equipment; care for and maintain it.
• Assist with supervision of temporary staff; monitor duties.
• Prepare program instructions and records; complete reports as required.
• Promote safety procedures; render first aid/CPR if certified.
• Build positive relationships with staff and the public; provide good customer service.
• Receive participant registrations and payments.

Conocimientos

Creativity

Patience

Enthusiasm

Family communication

Educación

Teaching credential

Preschool lead teacher experience

Descripción del empleo

The Recreation Specialist II for the Tiny Tots Program is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and supervising engaging, developmentally appropriate recreational and educational activities for young children in a preschool setting. This position requires knowledge of early childhood development, the ability to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment, and a commitment to supporting children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth through play-based learning and structured activities.

The ideal candidate is creative, patient, dependable, and enthusiastic about working with young children and their families. As this is a Lead Teacher position, it is highly desirable that candidates will have a current or previous teaching credential and experience serving as a lead teacher in a preschool or kindergarten classroom.

Candidates must be available to work Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with additional preparation hours during the week, for an approximate total of 25 hours per week. This position is also designated as a mandated reporter and requires a commitment to fulfilling all applicable reporting responsibilities.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Plans, initiates, organizes, and supervises recreation activities in the area of expertise such as arts & crafts, games, sports, special events, day camps, aquatics and after school programs.
• Assist in planning, promoting, organizing, leading and evaluating a variety of recreation programs and activities.
• Inspect assigned recreation facilities and/or equipment and recommend any necessary repair or maintenance work and supply needs.
• Receive and oversee the use of equipment and materials; care for and maintain equipment.
• Assist with supervision of assigned temporary staff; monitor staff relative to assigned duties.
• Prepare program instructions and materials; complete records and reports as required.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures; render first aid and CPR, if certified, as required.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Receive participant registration paperwork and payments.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Techniques, rules, and equipment used in a variety of recreational activities and games.
• Practices and methods of public relations and customer service; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.
• Principles and techniques of first aid and CPR desirable.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules; walk long distances; intermittently interpret policies and procedures, and explain operations and problem solve issues for the public and with staff; participate with children in games and sports activities that involve running, bending, squatting, jumping, and reaching; lean, stoop, and bend to set up or break down equipment.
• Intermittently set up booths, hang banners, move tables, chairs and carry supplies; lift or carry weight of 45 pounds or less.
• Understand and translate City policies and practices into everyday working practices; make sound decisions with solid problem solving methods.
• Respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner; administer first aid and CPR, if certified.
• Identify problems regarding the facility and programs; refer difficult problems/irregularities for more advanced attention and recommend possible solutions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions.
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Education

• One (1) year of experience in the subject area.
• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED.

License and/or Special Requirements

Possession of, or ability to obtain, CPR and First Aid certificates.

Prior to appointment, candidates must pass a thorough background investigation and a pre-employment drug screen.