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Are you looking for a great opportunity to connect with your community while investing in your future? Do you want to see first-hand what it’s like to engage in active, multi-generational work that directly contributes to the well-being of our greater Mill Valley community?  If you answered yes, then you belong with Mill Valley Recreation!  With our team, you will create memorable experiences while cultivating new and lasting connections within our greater Southern Marin Community. You will have the opportunity to grow and learn through consistent, quality training and, apply your learning through direct hands-on experience.

DEFINITION: Under general supervision the aide assists in planning, organizing, and implementing preschool programming for children ages 3-5 years old. Program hours are M-F PM 8:30am – 1:00pm and/or MWF 8:30am - 1:00pm. Approximately 15 – 30 hours a week. Substitute and floating positions also available 8:30am - 1:00pm. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

The following duties are essential to the success of this position:

• Ability to develop, coordinate, plan, implement and supervise the day-to-day activities, themes, and special events for an ongoing summer day preschool classroom.
• Create and maintain a safe, challenging, and creative classroom environment.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and communicate effectively with co-workers, parents, and preschoolers.
• Supervise, direct, and motivate preschoolers as well as colleagues with a positive attitude.
• Maintain registration, attendance, and activity records; ensure the proper pick-up/drop-off of preschoolers. 
• Encourage good behavior, appropriate manners, and active play by both staff and preschoolers. 
• Possess strong leadership skills in one or more of the following areas: arts, crafts, sports, playground games, drama, songs/music, nature, or special events.
• Ability to lead groups of preschoolers in various activities.
• Motivate staff and preschoolers through example.
• Must be a team player and have the ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Create and maintain a positive environment.
• Practice proper hygiene, with self and children, to deter the spread of disease (colds, flu, etc).
• Enthusiasm and motivation.
• Respond professionally to emergencies, provide care according to the level of training.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• The ability to speak English clearly and understandably.
• Perform related duties as required.

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education, training, and experience, which likely provides the required knowledge and abilities.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: Candidates receiving a conditional job offer must pass a pre-placement fingerprint review. Candidate must provide a TB negative test result document. Candidates must possess a current CPR/AED and First Aid certificate and be comfortable calling 911 in an emergency.

Position:

Under direct supervision of the Activity Manager, provides fun and safe activities for youth. Hiring for positions now.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Conduct various recreational activities, teach arts and crafts, assist in tournaments, or do related work as assigned; coach and supervise sports activities; assist with special events; assist in implementing emergency procedures; enforce park rules and regulations; follow city policies and procedures; and completes other assigned duties.

Qualifications:

Experience:

Working with youth in organized, well-structured activities.
 

Knowledge of:

Emergency, safety procedures, supervision and age appropriate recreational activities.
 

Ability to:

Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; understand and carry-out oral and written instructions; work cooperatively with other people contacted in the course of work; and interact successfully with youth.
 

Requirements

Leader I: must be at least 16 years of age upon appointment, interested in recreation activities and desire to work with youth.

Leader II: education equivalent to graduation from high school, background in recreation, ECE, and other fields working with children.
 

Certificates:

Standard First Aid Certificate and Community Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate required. Training opportunities provided upon hiring.
 

Work Permit:

All appointees under age 18 will be required to have a work permit prior to beginning work.

Salary:             Five step scale based on experience and years of service

Activity Leader I:        $13.00 - $14.00
Activity Leader II:       $13.75 - $14.75

The City of Woodland's Community Services Department is accepting applications for employment.  This recruitment is Open Until Filled.  Applications will be screened and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview. 

Applications can be completed at online at www.cityofwoodland.org/employment

All of these positions are temporary part time. Temporary employees work no more than 130 hours in a month AND 960 hours in a Fiscal Year.

The pay cycle is monthly.  Pay day is the last working day of the month.  With the exception of worker's compensation coverage and sick leave, no other benefits compensations are provided.  Employees must contribute 1.45% of salary to Medicare and 7.5% to a retirement plan in accordance with Federal Law.

THE ABILITY TO SPEAK AND UNDERSTAND SPANISH  IS A DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION FOR ALL POSITIONS.

For more information, please contact the Community Services Department
WoodlandCSD@cityofwoodland.org or (530) 661-2000
 

The City of Woodland hires only US Citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States.  The City of Woodland is an equal opportunity employer.

FINAL FILING DATE:                       We are accepting applications on a continuous basis. PERS retired annuitants or current PERS members are not eligible to apply.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the temporary and part-time position of Child Care Program Assistant in the Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department to perform a variety of duties related to assisting with planning, coordinating and supervising Child Care and/or preschool programs.  The normal work schedule will be weekdays between the hours of 6:15 am and 6:15 pm, Monday through Friday.  While the current vacancy is for a 1,000 hour position, this recruitment may be used to fill 1,500 hour positions in the future. This position is for year-round employment.   

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

THE CITY

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following CORe Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

THE DEPARTMENT

The City of Roseville Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department incorporates our culture into our everyday interactions with our co-workers and our community.

• Take Pride - We’re proud of the services that we provide to our residents.
• Be Creative - We encourage an environment that allows for passion and innovation.
• Always Improving - We embrace change by fostering opportunities to learn, adapt and grow.
• Work As a Team -Teamwork makes us stronger, more efficient and adds value to our department.
• Make it Fun - We celebrate our co-workers, achievements and successes.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of duties related to assisting with planning, coordinating and supervising Child Care and/or preschool programs.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with planning and directing a variety of program areas which may include child care, preschool or after-school programs.
• Aid in training of seasonal employees and volunteers.
• Prepare reports, schedules, and other administrative material.
• Stimulate interest while teaching and supervising activities such as sports, games, special events, arts and crafts, drama and social activities.
• Maintain positive student relations and follow disciplinary procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly classroom environment.
• Notify appropriate staff of any problems with regard to site maintenance, children or parents, and make recommendations as necessary.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures; render first aid and CPR, if certified, as required.
• Help to maintain records and reports as required; track and complete subsidized child care paperwork.
• Mentor and direct staff in all aspects of classroom management, curriculum and team building.
• Coordinate supply needs.
• Assume the role of Assistant Child Care Site Coordinator as required.
• Open and close the site in the absence of the Child Care Site Coordinator and the Assistant Child Care Site Coordinator.
• Coordinate distribution and assignment of department uniforms and equipment.
• Monitor and adhere to the program budget.
• Supervise assigned temporary staff; schedule, train and monitor staff relative to assigned duties; review timekeeping system of assigned staff for accuracy.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Basic knowledge of modern methods, techniques, principles and procedures used in the planning and supervision of child care and/or preschool programs and facilities.
• Elementary aged children with regard to interest, skills, special needs, recreational activities, and program planning of such activities, i.e., sports, organized games, special events, arts and crafts and drama.
• Practices and methods of public relations and customer service; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.
• Basic methodology of organizing groups, programs, and services in a recreational setting.
• Principles and techniques of first aid and CPR.
• Modern office equipment, methods, procedures, and computer hardware and software.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules; supervise children; stand for long periods of time; interpret, understand and follow policies and procedures, and explain operations and problem solve issues for the public and with staff.
• Intermittently set up booths, hang banners, move tables, chairs and carry supplies; participate with children on field trips, perform exercises with children; lift or carry weight of 45 pounds or less.
• Lead activities, applying knowledge to an actual day care program and the children therein.
• Supervise children on playground.
• Establish positive and professional relationships with children, co-workers and parents.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Understand and translate City policies and practices into everyday working practices; make sound decisions with solid problem solving methods.
• Respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner; administer first aid and CPR, if certified.
• Operate a computer as necessary to perform job duties.
• Identify problems regarding the facility and programs; refer difficult problems/irregularities for more advanced attention and recommend possible solutions.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Communicate tactfully with customers.
• Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Experience and Training

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program, under the supervision of a person who would qualify as a teacher or director.

Or

• Two (2) seasons of paid experience in administering and coordinating recreation programs or a related field.

Training:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree supplemented by completion of twelve (12) units in early childhood education, recreation, physical education, elementary education or related field.

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. 
• Possession of CPR and First Aid certificates within six (6) months of hire.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Have you completed twelve (12) college units in early childhood education, recreation, physical education or elementary education?

• Yes
• No

2. Are you a current CalPERS member? A current CalPERS member is someone who has funds on deposit with CalPERS.

• Yes
• No

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

FINAL FILING DATE:   We are accepting applications on a continuous basis. PERS retired annuitants are not eligible to apply.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the 1,000 hour temporary part-time position of Day Care Teacher to work in the Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department.  Under immediate supervision of the Child Care Site Coordinator, plans, implements and teaches age appropriate activities and/or programs for elementary age children at assigned City day care facilities. Performs related work as required. The normal work schedule will be weekdays between the hours of 6:15 a.m. and 6:15 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position is limited to 25 hours per week for a maximum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.  This position is for year-round employment.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

THE CITY

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following CORe Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

THE DEPARTMENT

The City of Roseville Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department incorporates our culture into our everyday interactions with our co-workers and our community.

• Take Pride - We’re proud of the services that we provide to our residents.
• Be Creative - We encourage an environment that allows for passion and innovation.
• Always Improving - We embrace change by fostering opportunities to learn, adapt and grow.
• Work As a Team -Teamwork makes us stronger, more efficient and adds value to our department.
• Make it Fun - We celebrate our co-workers, achievements and successes.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of duties related to planning, implementing, and teaching age appropriate activities and/or programs for elementary age children at assigned City day care facilities.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Stimulate interest while teaching and supervising program activities such as sports, games, special events, arts and crafts, drama and social activities.
• Maintain positive student and parent relationships and follow disciplinary procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly classroom environment.
• Notify the appropriate staff of any problems with regard to site maintenance, children and parents, and make recommendations as necessary.
• Help to maintain records and reports as required; track and complete subsidized child care paperwork.
• Mentor staff in all aspects of classroom management, curriculum and team building.
• Coordinate supply needs.
• Assist Day Care Site Coordinator and Assistant Day Care Site Coordinator and Senior Day Care Teacher as required.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures; render first aid and CPR, if certified, as required.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Basic knowledge of elementary aged children with regards to interests, skills, special needs, recreational activities, and program planning of such activities, i.e., sports, organized games, specials events, arts and crafts and drama.
• Practices and methods of public relations and customer service; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.
• Principles and techniques of first aid and CPR.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules; walk to supervise children; stand for long periods of time; interpret, understand and follow policies and procedures, and explain operations and problem solve issues for the public and with staff.
• Intermittently set up booths, hang banners, move tables, chairs and carry supplies; participate with children on field trips, perform exercises with children; lift or carry weight of 45 pounds or less.
• Lead activities, applying knowledge to an actual day care program and the children therein.
• Supervise children on playground.
• Establish positive and professional relationships with children, co-workers and parents.
• Understand and translate City policies and practices into everyday working practices; make sound decisions with solid problem solving methods.
• Respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner; administer first aid and CPR, if certified.
• Learn to identify problems regarding the facility and programs; refer difficult problems/irregularities for more advanced attention and recommend possible solutions.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Communicate tactfully with customers.
• Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Experience and Training

Experience:

• Minimum of six (6) months of work experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program.  Experience shall be verified as having worked at least three (3) hours per day for a minimum of fifty (50) days in a six (6) month period, as a paid or volunteer staff member, under the supervision of a person who would qualify as a teacher or director.

Training:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree supplemented by completion of twelve (12) units in early childhood education, recreation, elementary education or related field or six (6) units completed and enrolled in at least three (3) qualifying units per semester until twelve (12) units are completed.

License or Certificate

• Possession of CPR and First Aid certificates within six (6) months of hire.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Have you completed twelve (12) college units in early childhood education, recreation, physical education or elementary education?

• Yes
• No

2. Are you a current CalPERS member? A current CalPERS member is someone who has funds on deposit with CalPERS.

• Yes
• No

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

FINAL FILING DATE:  We are accepting applications on a continuous basis. PERS retired annuitants are not eligible to apply.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the temporary and part-time position of Day Care Aide in the Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department. Under immediate supervision of the Child Care Site Coordinator, plans, implements and teaches age appropriate activities and/or programs for elementary age children at assigned City day care facilities; and performs related work as required.  The normal work schedule will be weekdays between the hours of 6:15 a.m. and 6:15 p.m., Monday through Friday.  This position is limited to 25 hours per week for a maximum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year. This position is for year-round employment.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

THE CITY

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following CORe Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively:  Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

THE DEPARTMENT

The City of Roseville Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department incorporates our culture into our everyday interactions with our co-workers and our community.

• Take Pride - We’re proud of the services that we provide to our residents.
• Be Creative - We encourage an environment that allows for passion and innovation.
• Always Improving - We embrace change by fostering opportunities to learn, adapt and grow.
• Work As a Team -Teamwork makes us stronger, more efficient and adds value to our department.
• Make it Fun - We celebrate our co-workers, achievements and successes.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of duties related to assisting with programs at assigned day care facilities.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with program activities such as sports, games, special events, arts and crafts, drama, and social activities.
• Maintain positive student and parent relationships.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly classroom environment.
• Notify appropriate staff of any problems with regard to site maintenance, children and parents and make recommendations as necessary.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures including proper use of playground equipment; render first aid and CPR, if certified, as required.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Practices and methods of public relations and customer service; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.
• Principles and techniques of first aid and CPR.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules; walk to supervise children; stand for long periods of time; interpret, understand and follow policies and procedures, and explain operations and problem solve issues for the public and with staff.
• Intermittently set up booths, hang banners, move tables, chairs and carry supplies; participate with children on field trips, perform exercises with children; lift or carry weight of 45 pounds or less.
• Supervise children on playground.
• Establish positive and professional relationships with children, co-workers and parents.
• Understand and translate City policies and practices into everyday working practices; make sound decisions with solid problem solving methods.
• Respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner; administer first aid and CPR, if certified.
• Learn to identify problems regarding the facility and programs; refer difficult problems/irregularities for more advanced attention and recommend possible solutions.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records.
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Communicate tactfully with customers.
• Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Experience and Training

Experience:

• Previous experience as a volunteer leader or participant in various recreation, child oriented, athletic or related activities is desirable, but not mandatory.

Training:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree or current participation in an occupational program conducted by an accredited high school or college.

License or Certificate

• Possession of CPR and First Aid certificates within six (6) months of hire.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Are you a current CalPERS member? A current CalPERS member is someone who has funds on deposit with CalPERS.

• Yes
• No

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.