Village Park Preschool Program
Village Park Preschool is a play-based preschool program offered by the City of Burlingame Parks and Recreation Department. We offer 5 programs: Lil’ Sprouts (2 year olds), Cottage Kids (3 year olds), Playschool Villagers (3 year olds), Afternoon Owls (3 year olds), and Camp Treehouse (3-4 year olds). The emphasis of the program is physical, social, and emotional growth in a child-centered environment. Activities are designed to foster a healthy child that develops an early love of learning. Village Park Preschool programs strive to create an environment inspiring each child’s individual creativity and self-expression. Children participate in arts/crafts, music, body movement, basic science, cognitive games, creative/dramatic play, cooking, circle and story time, fine and gross motor skill building, and phonics awareness.
Definition: Preschool Aide
The City of Burlingame is looking for a passionate, caring, and creative Preschool Aide. Under the direction of a Recreation Supervisor, the Preschool Aide supports the lead teacher in providing a nurturing and educational environment for young children. This includes helping with classroom activities, supervising children, and ensuring a safe and clean learning environment.
Essential Duties
- Assist in implementing activities that support early childhood education and socialization;
- Assist with a variety of activities including, but not limited to, arts and crafts, organized games, story time, music/singing activities, science, cooking, early writing skills, and interactive circle time;
- Ensure proper safety precautions are observed; maintain and care for supplies, equipment, and the facility;
- Set up daily snack; change diapers and support toilet training;
- Complete assigned paperwork, including time cards and incident and accident reports;
- Communicate with parents and staff to disseminate information and build positive relationships;
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Must be a dependable, responsible, and understanding person who is able to work cooperatively with children, staff and parents.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
- Knowledge of child development stages.
- Experience working with young children.
- Early Childhood Education units a plus.
Experience and Education
- Experience working with young children
- Early Childhood Education units a plus
Class Times:
School Year (August-May)
Monday/Wednesday - 9am-11:15pm (2 year olds)
Tuesday/Thursday - 9:15am-11:30am (2 year olds)
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday - 9am-12pm (3 year olds)
Monday/Wednesday/Friday - 8:45am-12:15pm (3 year olds)
Tuesday/Thursday - 12:30pm-3:30pm (3 year olds)
Summer Camp (June-August)
Monday- Friday - 9am-12pm (3-4 year olds)
Work Schedule:
8-20 Hours a week
Maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year
Note: These positions are part-time and do NOT have a benefits package.
Salary:
$23.27-$28.82 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.
To Apply:
Please complete an online job application at www.calopps.org
Filing Deadline:
Open until filled.