Activity Assistant Preschool - Part Time

Assisting in guiding preschool participants in a variety of early learning recreation programs (summer and school break mini-camps, summer and school-year preschool prep classes, etc.). A feel-good role perfect for college students or retired teachers who love staying active, helping others, and guiding our littlest learners!

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the preparation, implementation, and clean-up of fun, safe and age-appropriate activities on a daily basis.
• Inspect classroom/program environment and equipment on a regular basis to ensure safety of participants and communicate repair or replacement needs to supervisor.
• Assist with overall planning and coordinating of age-appropriate lesson plans and creation of new class descriptions for brochures.
• Responsible for keeping current and accurate attendance records throughout programs.
• Assist with daily communication to parents regarding child’s experience in the program, behavior strategies, and needs for successful participation.
• Offer and instruct effective and age-appropriate conflict management and problem-solving strategies including positive reinforcement as needed.
• Attend and participate in all required staff trainings & meetings.
• Respond calmly and appropriately in stressful, chaotic and emergency situations according to established procedures.
• Adhere to and implement all Chilson Center & City of Loveland policies and procedures.
• May assist with drop-in childcare for guests of the Chilson Recreation Center.
• May assist in special events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School graduate or GED required.
• Course work in Education, Recreation or Human Development and Family Services preferred.
• Must be a minimum age of 18 at time of hire.
• Some previous experience planning, teaching and supervising large group activities preferred.
• Must currently possess or be able to successfully complete provided First Aid, CPR certifications within 60 days of hire date and prior to working with children.

Skills

• Working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices, and play-based teaching philosophies.
• Communicate effectively and diplomatically with participants of the programs, parents, co-workers and the general public.
• Use independent, sound judgment to react quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Exhibit patience and empathy when dealing with stressful situations.
• Must demonstrate competent organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to work independently, alongside a co-teacher, and as part of a team.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Frequent light to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks.
• Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.
• Occasional exposure to hazards that are predictable or well protected against.
• Occasional exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $15.16 - $18.51 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

• Fall, Winter and Spring: Tuesdays (9:00am - 11:00am)
• Possibility of employment continuing through the summer for twice weekly classes.

Benefits

• Retirement – 457 Plan (employee funded plan)
• Medical Leave – Accrue 1 hour of leave per 30 hours worked (up to 48 hours)

Loveland, Colorado is a vibrant community known for its thriving arts, brewery, foodie, and shopping scene, as well as its proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park. The city offers a high quality of life with numerous cultural and recreational opportunities, including concerts, theatre productions, professional hockey events, and local festivals. Loveland has been recognized for its excellence in downtown development, sustainability, and as one of the top places to live, work, and raise a family in the U.S.