About Evergreen Park & Recreation District

The mission of the Evergreen Park & Recreation District is to improve the quality of life of the Evergreen community by providing a wide range of excellent, financially responsible park and recreation amenities and programs while maintaining and enhancing the area's mountain character.

EPRD is one of the largest employers in the Evergreen area.  We have 40 full-time employees and over 200 part-time/seasonal staff.  We post all opportunities on our website, so check back regularly for updates.

EPRD is a fun environment to work in so whether you enjoy working with kids, sports, fitness, parks, aquatics, etc., we may have a position for you!

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Nature of Work

Under the direction of the Children's Program Director, the Children's Program Leader is responsible for teaching and supervising participants in the child care programs offered by the District including Playschool. 

Essential Functions

• Supervises daily activities and aid in the instruction of specialized activities such as arts & crafts.
• Monitors participants by taking name count, and number count on a regular basis, and assigning buddies on if needed.
• Supervises participants at all times.
• Report accidents and injuries that occur in programs. Provide first aid as needed.
• Set up and clean up activity area as needed.
• Report absenteeism to supervisor, and arrange for substitutions.
• Attend orientation, scheduled staff meetings, and trainings.
• Communicates daily with parents in a positive manner regarding participant's activities. 
• Interact individually or in groups with the participants in order to help them engage in creative/educational play.
• Report any problem situations to the supervisor.
• Dress appropriately for activities.
• Must possess a highly defined focus towards both internal and external guest service.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Assist in keeping accurate records of information regarding the parents and the participants. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Management & Supervisory Duties

• Supervision of children. 

Illustrative Examples of Duties

• Assists with cleaning areas and equipment. Participate in trainings and staff meetings. 
• Lead participants in activities.
• Assist with planning activities.
• Assist with communication with parents.

Skills

• Excellent problem solving skills. 
• Basic math/accounting skills.
• Basic Macintosh terminal and MS Office Suite skills. 
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Must be highly motivated, organized, and creative.

Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of modern principles, methods, practices and equipment relating to the functional areas of responsibility.
• Knowledge of instruction methods with participants.
• Knowledge of needs and age appropriate activities for participants.
• Knowledge of the policies and procedures of the District.

Abilities

• Ability to work in a "structured chaos" environment. 
• Ability to demonstrate and lead activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, civic organizations, community agencies, parents and the general public.
• Ability to multi-task, be flexible, cooperative, and focused. 
• Ability to problem solve.
• Demonstrated responsiveness and sensitivity to the needs of children, and parents.

Required Training, Experience & Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must demonstrate ability to work with children.
• Current CPR, First Aid Certifications, and Universal Precautions; or ability to complete after employed.
• Previous experience as a Children’s Program Leader.

*Please note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with this job.

The Evergreen Park & Recreation District is an equal opportunity employer.

EPRD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.