RECREATION COORDINATOR, PRESCHOOL
Company: Addison Park District
Location: Addison
Posted on: August 5, 2022
Job Description:
Job Title: Recreation Coordinator, PreschoolDepartment:
RecreationReports to: Recreation Supervisor, Youth ProgrammingJob
Class: Extended Part-Time, IMRF Eligible, and Paid Time Off
eligibleWork Hours: Generally, Monday - Friday, mornings, and
afternoons, up to 29 hours per week. May work nights and weekends,
if needed. Hours may not to exceed 1,500 hours per
year.Compensation: $16 - $18 an hour, DOQPosition SummaryReporting
to the Recreation Supervisor, Youth Programming, the Recreation
Coordinator, Preschool, engages directly with the children,
departments supervisors, and staff to help coordinate and
facilitate the activities within the preschool program.Essential
Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinates the day-to-day activities
and scheduling within the preschool programming.Leads and/or
teaches various activities within the program.Completes and
communicates weekly schedule for preschool instructors ensuring
proper coverage and back up support as necessary.May act as
Preschool Instructor through the delivery of curriculum for the 2-,
3-, and 4-year-old preschool programs, as needed.Purchases
necessary program supplies as needed.Assists the Recreation
Supervisor in the performance evaluation processes, interviewing
department candidates as requested, and acts as the first point of
contact for concerns preschool staff.Acts as first point of contact
for program participants and parents/guardians, answering program
questions and registering as needed.Utilizes problem solving
abilities to mitigate issues as they arise with parents or
children.Works closely with parents to promote an understanding of
growth and development of their child/children.Inspects and
recommends program equipment repairs and improvements.Assists in
interpreting resident needs and delivering programs and services to
meet those needs.Promotes and encourages participation in the
program.Helps with planning, developing, and implementing the
program.Assists with the planning of program special
events.Completes basic paperwork in a timely and orderly fashion
for the program.Participates in staff training and
workshops.Assists with emergency procedures and building
evacuation.Enforces all rules set forth by Park District and
Recreation Supervisor.Ensures children participating in the
programs are being supervised by staff at all times. Helps prepare
and follow all lesson plans.Prepares and submits weekly lesson
plans by due date.Attends field trips as needed.Assists with other
recreation programs as assigned which may include camps, etc.
Performs other duties and functions as directed.Additional Duties
and Responsibilities
Participates in Park District special
events.Adheres to all policies and procedures outlined in the
Policy and Procedure Manual, Personnel Policy Manual, and Safety
Manual.Cleans up all areas once program is completed.Reports any
problems or concerns to the Recreation Supervisor.Promotes a
positive and friendly work environment.Serves on various district
committees.Completes all training as required.Required
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent
required.Must be age 18 or over.Prior experience working with and
developing programs/activities with children, ages K - 8th Grade.
Preference given to individuals that have attained or are pursuing
a degree in Education, Recreation, or related field.Ability to
obtain CPR/AED/First Aid certification upon hire.Valid State of
Illinois driver's license required.Must successfully pass state
Driver's Abstract Review and Criminal background
screening.Competencies
Ability to cooperate with and
interpret Park District philosophies in relation to governmental,
public and private groups or agencies, and to the general
public.Ability to work harmoniously with fellow employees, patrons,
community groups and other units of local government.Ability to
work in a team atmosphere, promoting positive work relations with
both internal and external customers.Proficiency to read and write
in English and organize effectively.Ability to communicate
effectively within various settings, from one-on-one to group
configurations.Capacity to maintain self-control and composure in
difficult situations.Bilingual Spanish/English preferred, but not
required.Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
Work area is both indoors, in a
smoke-free environment with controlled temperature and fluorescent
lighting and outdoors at all park district locations.Frequent
exposure to natural and potentially extreme weather conditions
while supervising employees or attending to job related
activities.Exposure to noise distractions from employees, patrons
or equipment operation.Lifting up to 25 pounds, occasional
climbing, sitting stooping, kneeling, reaching. Frequent walking,
standing, driving.
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Keywords: Addison Park District, Naperville , RECREATION COORDINATOR, PRESCHOOL, Other , Addison, Illinois
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