Head Children's Leader (Recreation Technician)

Salary

$20.43 - $42.14 Hourly

Location

Prince William County, VA

Job Type

Part-Time (PB)

Department

PARKS, RECREATION AND TOURISM

Job Number

202307490

Closing

8/29/2022 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

B21

B22

Introduction

The Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism is a fun, casual atmosphere that is centered on excellent programming, customer service, and community. We strive for excellence in the workplace within an environment that fosters creativity and learning. Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism is seeking a part-time Head Children's Leader who is a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to teach children's preschool programs for children ages 2.5 - 5 and summer camps ages 3-5.
The Head Children's Leader will have the opportunity to help shape the program as he/she/they provide(s) exceptional preschool care and education. The Head Children's Leader will contribute to the department goal of inspiring life-long connections through education, play, and exploration in a premier preschool environment that supports the whole child's development while preparing children for school, through active leadership. Class sizes will range from 8-24 children with one Head Children's Leader and two children's leaders. The Head Children's Leader of this premier program will be responsible for developing developmentally appropriate programming along that aligns with the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Preschool Curriculum.
This program is Virginia State licensed; therefore, the Head Children's Leader is responsible for ensuring compliance with the regulations pertaining to the Department of Social Services and best practices of early childhood education. The Head Children's Leader is responsible for the health, safety, and welfare of the children they are assigned to.

ABOUT THIS ROLE:
The Head Children's Leader will be responsible for...

• Delivering well-planned, high-quality preschool programs and summer camps. Programs are planned and implemented through collaboration with the Children Leaders and Recreation Supervisor, review of current registration and surveys to better understand the needs of the programs.
• Develops and evaluates lesson plans in accordance with program curriculum. Maximizes employee performance and program effectiveness.
• Ensures quality guest interactions. Parents, students, and staff are treated respectfully and timely. They feel their concerns have been heard and addressed fairly.
• Establish policies within the class to ensure safety and security of staff and patrons. Monitor patron and staff injury and accident logs and follow up on how we can fix the issue.
• Ensures all staff receive training on safety protocols and policies and procedures for CAFC building, playgrounds, and outdoor spaces. Monitor to ensure all are being followed and documented.
• Responsible for maintaining compliance with all state licensing requirements.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience working with preschool or school aged children in a recreation program or classroom.
• At least 6 months experience in planning and implementing lesson plans, children's programs and/or activities.
• A minimum of 6 months experience supervising and training part time, seasonal or full-time staff.
• Knowledge of VA Department of Education (VDOE) licensing standards.
• Experience delivering excellent customer service.
• Experience utilizing computer and relevant software applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Must be able to make decisions based on best practices for the program.
• Excellent communication skills.

Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.
The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees