Children's Program Leader

About Evergreen Park & Recreation District

The mission of the Evergreen Park & Recreation District is to improve the quality of life of the Evergreen community by providing a wide range of excellent, financially responsible park and recreation amenities and programs while maintaining and enhancing the area's mountain character.

EPRD is one of the largest employers in the Evergreen area.  We have 40 full-time employees and over 200 part-time/seasonal staff.  We post all opportunities on our website, so check back regularly for updates.

EPRD is a fun environment to work in so whether you enjoy working with kids, sports, fitness, parks, aquatics, etc., we may have a position for you!

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Position: 

Children’s Program Leader

Department: 

Children’s Programs

Reports to: 

Children’s Program Director-Playschool 

Location: 

Buchanan Park Recreation Center 

Status: 

Part-Time 2 (< 20 hours per week) 

Hourly Wage: 

$15.87-$21.99 hourly 

Nature of Work

Under the direction of the Children's Program Director, the Children's Program Leader is responsible for teaching and supervising participants in the child care programs offered by the District including Playschool. 

Essential Functions

• Supervises daily activities and aid in the instruction of specialized activities such as arts & crafts.
• Monitors participants by taking name count, and number count on a regular basis, and assigning buddies on if needed.
• Supervises participants at all times.
• Report accidents and injuries that occur in programs. Provide first aid as needed.
• Set up and clean up activity area as needed.
• Report absenteeism to supervisor, and arrange for substitutions.
• Attend orientation, scheduled staff meetings, and trainings.
• Communicates daily with parents in a positive manner regarding participant's activities. 
• Interact individually or in groups with the participants in order to help them engage in creative/educational play.
• Report any problem situations to the supervisor.
• Dress appropriately for activities.
• Must possess a highly defined focus towards both internal and external guest service.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Assist in keeping accurate records of information regarding the parents and the participants. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Management & Supervisory Duties

• Supervision of children. 

Illustrative Examples of Duties

• Assists with cleaning areas and equipment. Participate in trainings and staff meetings. 
• Lead participants in activities.
• Assist with planning activities.
• Assist with communication with parents.

Skills

• Excellent problem solving skills. 
• Basic math/accounting skills.
• Basic Macintosh terminal and MS Office Suite skills. 
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Must be highly motivated, organized, and creative.

Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of modern principles, methods, practices and equipment relating to the functional areas of responsibility.
• Knowledge of instruction methods with participants.
• Knowledge of needs and age appropriate activities for