Senior Recreation Leader

LGS Recreation Department; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Part time

Job summary

LGS Recreation Department in Los Gatos, CA, seeks a Senior Recreation Leader to plan, coordinate and supervise activities at a community daycare facility. You will also act as on-site manager in the absence of Site Supervisor 1 and mentor Recreation Leaders.

Responsibilities include organizing games, ensuring safety, and developing age-appropriate programs for children while working with families and community partners. The role supports ongoing program development and staff training.

Qualifications

• Ability to supervise and engage children in recreational activities.
• Experience in planning and coordinating programs for a daycare setting.
• Willingness to mentor and guide Recreation Leaders.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing games and maintain discipline in play areas.
• Observe safety procedures and render routine first aid for minor injuries.
• Conduct a diversified program of children’s activities.
• Assist Site Supervisor 1 in supervising and coordinating activities.
• Perform administrative duties as assigned by Site Supervisor 1.
• Chaperone field trips and supervise activities as needed.
• Ensure cleanliness of facilities and inspect equipment and playgrounds for maintenance.
• Develop rapport with children and parents and discipline per Agency guidelines.
• Maintain program equipment and supplies and plan new activities.
• Attend mandatory trainings and mentor other staff.
• Build positive relations with parents, school staff, and recreation employees.

Skills

Supervise children

Program development

Team supervision

Mentoring

First aid knowledge

Education

High school diploma / GED

College degree in related field

Job description

Under direction of the Site Supervisor 1 , the S enior Recreation Leader performs a variety of activ i ties at a community daycare facility, where he/she is responsible for the planning, coordinating and supervising recreation activities. Work requi r es the abili t y to supervise and eng a ge children and serve as on-site manager in the absence of the Site Supervisor 1 . W ork requires skills and training in conducting r ecreation a c tivities. W o rks in conj u nction with the Site Supervisor 1 to devel o p and expand program activities to meet the ne e ds of the c o mmuni t y . Work is subj e c t to regular inspec t ion and review for conformity to established standa r ds and methods.

Schedule: M, T, Th, & F: 1:00pm to 6:00pm W: Noon to 6:00pm

The duties of this position shall include the following. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed:

Assists in the organization of games and maintains discipline at indoor and outdoor play area.

Observes necessary precautions to secure the safety of recreation participants and spectators and renders routine first aid in case of minor injury.

Conducts a diversified program of children’s activities.

Assists Site Supervisor 1 in providing general supervision of the various assigned activities.

Performs administrative duties assigned by the Site Supervisor 1.

Acts as a chaperone for field trips or other activities needing supervision.

Ensures the cleanliness of indoor and outdoor facilities.

Inspects all facilities, playground and equipment and recommends maintenance and repair work as necessary.

Develops a rapport with children and parents and provides appropriate disciplinary measures according to Agency parameters.

Maintains program equipment and supplies.

Plans and implements recreation activities.

Maintains professional attitude, communication and appearance.

Demonstrates age appropriate behavior and language.

Attends all mandatory trainings as assigned by Site Supervisor 1 and/or Site Supervisor 2

Serves as a mentor for Recreation Leaders and program participants.

Builds and maintains positive relations with parents, school administrators and all recreation employees.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists supervisor in supervising Recreation Leaders in childcare p r ograms. C a rries out supervisory responsibilities in accor d ance with t h e Agency ’s policies and applic a ble laws.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma / GED required plus two years of experience; OR College degree in related field with experience and/or training preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to re a d and inter p ret documents such as safety rules, operating a nd maintenance instr u ct i ons, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effec t ively before groups of c u stomers or employees of organizati o n.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to so lv e practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where on l y limited sta n dardization exists. Ability to inter p ret a variety of instructions furnished in written , oral , diagram, or schedule fo rm .

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must have own transportation. Fingerprint and TB clearance are a condition of employment and must be obtained prior to start date. Mandated Trainings required, but may be obtained within 15 days of hire date.

Schedule

September 16 through November 26, 2024. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Fridays - 1:00pm to 6:0 6pm and Wednesdays - noon to 6:00PM

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; run; squat; lift; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands over head and use arms; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. High repetitive motion due to high computer usage.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Clubhouse and other agency facilities may be noisy with very dynamic movement.
• Frequently works in outside weather conditions.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of this position. The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek assistance as required. Incumbents within this position may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the organization’s services (may include: visitors, employees and other community members).