Salary
$15.
00 - $20.
00 Hourly
Location
Sun Prairie, WI
Job Type
Seasonal Employment
Job Number
2024-108
Department
Parks, Recreation and Forestry
Opening Date
01/18/2024
Closing Date
3/17/2024 11:59 PM Central
Under the leadership of the Recreation Coordinator, this position implements program-specific curriculum and leads/facilitates youth enrichment and/or sport programs.
Assigned programs will depend on scheduling needs and employee experience and may include: arts, theater, science and sports.
Dates and hours needed:
Summer months with the possibility of continuing into the fall season and beyond.
Schedule varies based on program needs and applicant’s availability and qualifications.
Below are program schedules we are currently seeking multiple staff for.
Typical work hours are weekday afternoons/evenings between 2:00-7:00 pm.
Possible programs to assist with include:
Parkers Pals, Ages 6-13 - Saturdays, July -August
Sports of All Sorts, Ages 3-6 - Fridays, 6/21-8/16, 3:00-5:15 pm
This is not an inclusive program list and lineup is subject to change.
Starting wage - $15.
00 -$20.
00 per hour based on experience and qualifications:
Typically, an applicant with a high school diploma and some experience working with youth in a program setting will start at a minimum rate of $15/hr.
High school students are generally hired between $12-$15 per hour.
The position qualifies for $.
50 increases annually.
Essential Job Functions
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Major Duties/Essential Functions
Lead, demonstrate and instruct participants in recreation programs and activities.
Provide an interactive, positive, fun and safe environment for the participants while effectively teaching provided lesson plans
Assist in the development of program curriculum and lesson plans
Supervise all participants
Listen, respond and answer questions and concerns from parents and participants
Provide clear communication to and from coordinator, participants and parents
Provide direction and support for Program Assistant(s)
Attend all required meetings and trainings
Other duties as assigned
Minor Duties/Responsibilities
Assist in setting up and cleaning up the facility/equipment
Notify coordinator of problems and concerns regarding equipment, facilities, participants and/or spectators
Distribute any needed supplies or information to participants/parents
Complete time card on time and hand into the coordinator
Arrive on time, dressed appropriately according to the dress code and ready to interact with coworkers, participants and parents
Requirements of Work
Experience/Education
Minimum of 1+ years of working with youth/adults in a childcare/recreation setting required
Previous instruction or coaching experience preferred
Completed coursework in Early Childhood Education, Elementary or Secondary Education, Recreation or Sports Management or related coursework preferred, but not required.
Knowledge
Knowledge of appropriate classroom management and instruction methods
Knowledge of standard safety practices
Skill/Ability
Must be 16 years of age or older
Ability and willingness to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions
Ability and willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members, supervisor(s) and the public, and to deal with them in a courteous and tactful manner
Strong oral communication skills
Ability and willingness to maintain a safe and positive learning environment
Ability and willingness to supervise and maintain control of participants in a group and/or 1-on-1 setting
Ability and willingness to keep accurate records and complete any necessary paperwork
Other duties as assigned
Other Job Functions
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, talk, hear, read and write.
This position frequently requires an employee to walk or bend.
He/she may periodically need to reach, stoop, crouch, or kneel.
The employee may be asked to clean, pick up, put away, and lift/carry and/or move equipment weighing approximately 10 - 50 pounds.
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These serve as our guiding principles every day in all that we do.
Keep us accountable to this mission and join us in this commitment to a thriving Sun Prairie, as you live, work, and play.
If you need an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 608-825-1174 or HumanResources@cityofsunprairie.
com.