PT TEACHER AIDE - COMMUNITY REC CENTER

City of Grand Junction • Grand Junction, CO

10h • $17

About The Position

Join the Community Rec Center team as a Teacher Aide at our kids' club! We are
seeking a dedicated, creative, and hardworking individual who is passionate
about supporting and caring for youth. This position supervises and provides
oversight, assists with planning and implementing daily activities, maintains a
clean, safe, and supportive environment, and communicates effectively with
parents/guardians and staff to enhance each child’s experience. The CRC kids
club is a non-licensed drop-in childcare service available to CRC facility users
while enjoying the CRC.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years or older
• Applicants must be able to successfully pass a drug screen, background check, and, if required for the specific position, a physical examination
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid CPR/First Aid certificate

Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation of age-appropriate services for children three (3) months to nine (9) years of age to provide a safe and fun environment; define and communicate appropriate limits and boundaries; ensure smooth transitions between activities.
• Perform routine cleaning of the kids club space and facility equipment; Organize the kids club materials, clean and sanitize all surfaces and floors, ensure the kids club is safe and in a good standing condition.
• Enforce and monitor childcare compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and safety regulations; communicate and enforce all City, department, and facility policies and procedures.
• Maintain ongoing, open communication with Recreation Coordinator - Youth, parents, guardians, and caregivers; collaborate with children’s families to facilitate participation and address behavioral concerns.
• Serve as a liaison to CRC Staff, supervisory staff, employees, the general public, childcare families, and other groups; attend all assigned trainings, meetings, and special committees; represent the kids club and provide guidance related to childcare programming as needed.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Benefits

• At the City of Grand Junction, we value the contributions of our seasonal employees and recognize the importance of work-life balance. While seasonal positions are temporary, employees accrue Healthy Accruals—earned time off to use as needed.
• Working with the City provides a great opportunity to gain experience, contribute to the community, and be part of a dedicated team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed