Recreation Leader

TITLE:  Recreation Leader

LOCATIONS:  Dr. Williams Elementary

SUPERVISOR:  This position reports directly to the Director of ASCCP/BSCCP and is supervised on a daily basis by the Site Coordinator at each respective location

JOB SUMMARY:  The program staff shall consist of highly-trained individuals who are able to deal with the everyday needs and interests of young children and, at the same time, provide a close relationship in the areas of understanding, motivation, and self-discipline in a group setting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

• Provide close supervision at all times, creating a safe environment.
• Maintain discipline and enforce rules using appropriate methods.
• Plan and lead various daily activities contributing to each child’s physical, intellectual, personal, emotional, and social development.
• Submit activity plans and supply lists in advance to the Site Coordinator on a scheduled basis.
• Clean activity areas and put away all materials after each activity.
• Complete daily reports thoroughly and submit these to the Site Coordinator at the end of each day.
• Notify the Site Coordinator immediately if a child is ill, injured, or missing.
• Attend all Site staff meetings, trainings, and special events.
• Maintain a positive relationship with children, staff, and parents.
• Participate in activities leading to professional growth in school-age child care.
• Be responsible for the inventory and organization of assigned program areas.
• Be familiar with all participants and their families and cognizant of any other individuals to provide a secure environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with elementary school youth in a recreational setting
• College coursework in Recreation, K-12 Education, Early Childhood, Physical Education, or related field
• Credential in School-Age & Youth Development or Early Childhood Education

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  

• 3.25 hours per day (2:45 pm-6:00 pm)
• Payrate $16.26/hour
• This is a non-exempt position that is not within the collective bargaining unit or an administrative position.
• Benefit information can be found on the Human Resources webpage. 

START DATE:  School Year 2025-2026

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

REVISED:  June 2026