Child Care Instructor I - Temporary Non-Benefitted

Child Care Instructor I - Temporary Non-Benefitted  Salary $20.57 - $28.96 Hourly Location Moreno Valley, CA Job Type Part-Time/Non-Career Job Number 2025-00031 Department Parks & Community Services Division ND-Grants Admin & Ops Opening Date 10/09/2025 Closing Date 10/30/2025 5:00 PM Pacific FLSA Non-Exempt Description Benefits Questions Description Educate & celebrate the youth of Moreno Valley! The City of Moreno Valley is looking for our next Child Care Instructor to educate the school youth of Moreno Valley! ***There are Part-Time Benefitted and Temporary positions with no offered benefits being filled with this recruitment*** First review of applications will be on Thursday, October 23, 2025. Working Hours are from 12 PM - 6 PM Monday through Friday, MUST have education units to be eligible. This recruitment will establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill future vacancies City-wide. THE POSITION The Child Care Instructor plays a vital role in planning and executing educational and recreational programs for school-age children under the general direction of the Child Care Site Supervisor. This grant-funded, temporary position involves assisting in day-to-day operations of the childcare and development center, providing supervision to Child Care Assistants and Aides, and ensuring a safe and enriching environment for the children. Working hours are typically Monday to Friday from 12 PM to 6 PM, depending on the site assignment. Find additional information in the Child Care Instructor I job descriptions. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for the Child Care Instructor position is a dedicated and compassionate individual with a strong understanding of child development principles and effective techniques for supervising school-age children. They should have experience in planning and conducting structured activities such as sports, games, arts & crafts, and social activities. The candidate must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to serve as a positive role model for children. They should be knowledgeable in basic first aid/CPR and capable of handling sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy. The ideal candidate should be available to work during weekdays, after school, and all day during school vacation periods, and be committed to providing high-quality customer service. This position is perfect for someone who is passionate about child development and enjoys working in a dynamic and supportive environment. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS - CHILD CARE INSTRUCTOR I The Child Care Instructor I is the entry-level class in this series in which incumbents receive orientation and training and must progress toward Instructor II classification. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from high school or equivalent and 24 Units of college coursework in Early Childhood Education (ECE or Child Development (CD), and a minimum of 6 months paid experience working with children. Child Development Permit or Children's Center Permit at the Associates Teacher level issued by California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Certificate in Red Cross Basic first aid/CPR (may be obtained within first six months of employment). ABOUT THE PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT Develop, build and maintain parks, trails and recreational facilities in a safe and aesthetically pleasing manner; maintain recreational open space; provide a wide range of programs for the community including athletic leagues, classes, child care and development, and senior activities; library services and literacy programs; schedule use of facilities; plan, organize and promote community events; and enforce park rules and regulations and promote safe use of park facilities. ABOUT THE CITY OF MORENO VALLEY Strategically located in Southern California's Inland Empire, Moreno Valley is the second-largest city in Riverside County and is within close proximity to major hubs like Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. This spacious, thriving and diverse City has a population of over two hundred thousand residents and offers a variety of business opportunities. For additional information regarding the City, please click here. THE SELECTION PROCESS Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLE qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process. The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. As part of this commitment, The City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources at hr@moval.org or (951) 413-3045. Employer City of Moreno Valley Address 14177 Frederick St. Moreno Valley, California, 92553 Phone 951-413-3045 Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/moval