Activity Assistant Preschool - Part Time

**Job Summary:** 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.). The salary range for this position is **$15.16- $18.51** per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. **This opportunity will remain open until filled.** ***A feel‑good role perfect for college students or retired teachers who love staying active, helping others, and guiding with our littlest learners!*** Schedule: -Fall, Winter and Spring Tuesdays (9:00am-11:00am) -Possibility of employment continuing through the summer for twice weekly classes. **Essential Functions:** - 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 **Other Job Functions:** - May assist with drop-in childcare for guests of the Chilson Recreation Center. - May assist in special events. - Performs other duties as assigned. **Qualifications:** **Education:** - High School graduate or GED required. - Course work in Education, Recreation or Human Development and Family Services preferred. **Experience:** - Must be a minimum age of 18 at time of hire. - Some previous experience planning, teaching and supervising large group activities preferred. **Certifications:** - 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. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** - 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. - Occasional *This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.* With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rock…