Youth Activities Assistant Instructor

City of De Pere; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supplies provided

Job summary

City of De Pere seeks an energetic assistant for youth recreational programs at the De Pere Community Center. The role involves supporting preschool and youth classes (ages 2–12), assisting with lesson plans, and helping with setup, safety, and student engagement.

Availability ranges; mornings/afternoons with some time flexibility. Typical schedule includes Tuesday/Thursday sessions with potential for additional hours; supplies are provided.

Qualifications

• Assist with preschool and youth recreational classes (ages 2–12).
• Bring energy, creativity, and ability to communicate with children and parents.
• Follow lesson plans and assist lead instructor in class flow.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Instructor with various youth classes (preschool, arts, crafts, tumbling, music, movement, sports).
• Assist in implementing lesson plans and class setup/takedown.
• Maintain safety and positive participant behavior; communicate with parents.

Skills

Teaching assistance

Child engagement

Classroom activities

Public relations

Education

18+ years of age

Job description

Assist with a variety of youth recreational programs focusing on preschool ages. Classes range in age from 2 – 12 years.

Work Schedule –

One to four days per week; sessions range from 6 – 12 weeks. Primarily mornings and/or afternoons. Classes range from 45 minutes – 1 ½ hours in length. Typically, 2 – 20 hours per week depending on numbers of classes taught. Applicant may choose to assist with all or some of the different recreation programs offered according to ability and interest. Positions available year-round if offered and available. All supplies and play equipment provided.

Current Opening

Learning Tree Adventures, Tuesday and Thursday 8 am to 1 pm with potential for additional hours beyond that. The position will also assist with class setup and take down. Learning Tree Adventures is a preschool class incorporating stories, songs, crafts and structured free play in a developmentally appropriate setting.

Location

Classes held at the De Pere Community Center, 600 Grant St., De Pere, WI 54115

Pay Range

$14 per hour.

• Assist Lead Instructor with various youth recreational classes such as preschool classes, arts and crafts, tumbling, music and movement, sports, games, etc.
• Assist Lead Instructor in implementing lesson plans.
• Communicate with parents and maintain good public relations with staff and public.
• Identify and respond to participant behavior issues, document if necessary.
• Maintain appropriate safety measures for program participants.

• Knowledge of games, music, books, arts and crafts, sports, movement and tumbling, as appropriate.
• Possess energy, enthusiasm, resourcefulness, creativity and artistic qualities.
• Ability to progressively teach a specified age group; ability to work well with children and communicate effectively. Ability to assist lead instructor in implementing lesson plans and flow of class.

• At least 18 years of age
• Previous teaching experience and experience working with children a plus.