Preschool Instructor

Company: Paul Derda Recreation Center
Location: Broomfield
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

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This is a temporary position in our Early Learning (Preschool) Program. Preschool classes are scheduled Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. You could be scheduled up to 18 hours/week during these classes. Positions may be scheduled to work at both facilities; Paul Derda Recreation Center and Broomfield Community Center.

Salary Range: $14.50 - $20.15/hour

Hiring Range: $14.50 - $17.33/hour

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The incumbent performs routine to complex support and technical work in early learning education. Primary responsibilities include providing early childhood education and socialization skills for children ranging from 2-1/2 to 5 years old related to the City and County's Recreation Services function and providing information and assistance to City and County staff and the public.

The incumbent exemplifies the characteristics of a collaborative, innovative and resilient work culture and along with the leadership team, models the appropriate behavior to create and maintain a resilient work culture within the department.

The incumbent provides holistic services to the public by seeking ways to integrate programs or services provided by other departments, divisions and agencies. The incumbent works in partnership with other employees, departments/divisions, agencies and the public in delivering effective and innovative services.

Essential Required Tasks/Examples of Duties: General Duties:

• Plans and organizes activities in the areas of crafts, sports, games, special events and field trips.

• Maintains control of the class, monitors activities and provides a safe environment for participants.

• Assists children in socialization and learning skills.

• Documents and provides feedback to parents.

• Assists in maintaining the equipment to insure safety and cleanliness.

• Provides a safe environment and creative learning environment.

• Communicates with Recreation staff and others in a timely manner.

• Prepares program materials, equipment, and other necessary items.

• Prepares for program activities; prepares lesson plans, organizes related equipment; may be required to set-up and break-down materials used for instruction.

• Complies with State Licensing Child Care regulations, including, completing appropriate paperwork and child assessments.

• Handles parent interactions and builds relationships with families.

Minimum Qualifications:

Training - State of Colorado Lead Teacher Certified.

Experience - None. Two years teaching in a licensed daycare/preschool prefered.

Necessary Special Requirements - Must be at least 21 years of age. Must possess or obtain American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certification and CPR Certifications within 90 days of hire and maintain for continued employment. New hires must, as a condition of employment, pass the following pre-offer and post-offer/hire processes: oral board, reference checks, background checks including local police check and sex-offender registry, CVSA/polygraph, and fingerprint checks through CBI/FBI. New hires must submit current immunization records and a medical statement by a licensed physician verifying good mental, physical and emotional health.

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate to loud. Work is generally scheduled Monday through Friday. Providing a safe and fun environment for children requires a full range of physical abilities including standing, sitting, sitting on the floor, bending over and picking up children. The working environment must be kept safe for the mixture of ages participating in the preschool program. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk, talk or hear. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell. Physical demands are described as medium (exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and up to 10 lbs. force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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