Recreational Leader (Clubhouse)

Description

Job Description

Title Recreational Leader

Department(s) Teaching Staff

Reports to School-Age Supervisor and Site Director

Job Summary: The Recreational Leader is responsible for ensuring school-age students are having fun! They implement the planned curriculum, following the individualized Lesson Plan and provide support while on field trips. The position is responsible for active engagement with the children during indoor activities and a robust physical activity program during outdoor time. Follows all requirements of Community Cares Licensing; along with our Local, State and Federal contracts.

Summary of essential job functions:

Recreational Duties:

• Support with set-up and maintenance of engaging classroom environments following SACERS 
• Implement age-appropriate activities identified on the weekly Lesson Plans 
• Organize games, activities, crafts, wood-working, music, science projects and cooking activities
• Plan and implement opportunities for theater production
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with the children
• Support with the implementation of an anti-bullying campaign 
• Attend field trips and support the staff over-seeing a group; help carry and retrieve supplies/meals
• Plan short-term and long-term projects (science, 3D art, sewing, cooking, etc)
• Provide homework and tutoring services during on-track session 
• Document activities and field trips through photos, videos and anecdotal notes
• Implement physical activities outdoors and promote a healthy lifestyle

Daily Operations:

• Ensure equipment and facilities are clean and well maintained
• Follow the Caring Series to ensure children and the environment are safe and healthy
• Serve meals following the CACFP guidelines, including family-style meals

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Requirements

Minimum requirements

       Must be 17 years old or older and be super FUN

      High school diploma OR in your Senior Year of high school

       Experience with tutoring, planning school age activities, summer camps, and special events.

       Transportation to and from work, and possible field trip locations

       Passionate in working with all ages 5-12.

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk, sit and stand for extended periods of time

Ability to lift up to 35 pounds to support children

Ability to bend and squat to interact with children

Ability to engage in physical activities with children, including extended walking on field trips

Children’s Paradise Standards

Follows and emulates our company core values: Generous, Grateful, Loyal, Flexible, Reliable, Creative and Professional.

Relates positively and effectively with children and families of various cultures and socio-economic backgrounds 

Always act “above the line;” taking ownership, accountability, and responsibility

Give 100% participation to the team and business efforts

Be open to change, challenge, thoughts and feelings of others, and get rid of the “I know” mentality

Works effectively in a team environment and actively participates in joint problem solving; willingly cooperates with co-workers 

Attends work consistently and punctually arrives to meetings prepared and on time; honors work commitments; follows through on commitments; meets deadlines 

Honors the private and confidential matters of co-workers and families. Protects the proprietary information of Children’s Paradise  

Follows rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to implementing effective changes 

Must be willing to have FUN!

Health Status

Must have a physical examination and TB clearance as required by state and federal regulations.  

Background Clearance

All positions are subject to a background/education check, DMV check, NSOR, exclusion and debarment checks prior to hire and periodically throughout employment as required by various funding sources. Note: California Start law requires background criminal checks on anyone who works in a licensed childcare facility who is not a client. Must have or obtain a current criminal background check clearance, signed criminal record statement, and signed Acknowledgement to Report Child Abuse form prior to the first day of employment.