Under close supervision, this position assists facilitating the positive development of children within a licensed child care program. Reports to a Recreation Center Supervisor.
Assists with planning, developing, and conducting age appropriate recreational activities for 20 to 125 children to include daily activities, trips, special events, and classes; builds positive relationships and interacts with children to positively impact their development. Assists with monitoring facilities and activities to maintain structure, safety, and a clean environment; ensure participants follow the center's rules and guidelines; takes appropriate action when needed. Prepares required documentation as necessary. Sets up and breaks down equipment for various events and activities. May serve as a chaperone for trips and outings. Performs other duties as assigned.
Must be at least 18 years of age. Requires a high school diploma and 6-9 months of related programmatic experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that meets the standards established by Virginia Code section 22VAC40-185-190.
Requires a comprehensive background investigation to include a local, state, and sex offender criminal history check as well as FBI Fingerprinting. Individuals in this position cannot be listed as having a founded child abuse or neglect complaint. A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record may be required.
Requires the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in work. Some lifting, carrying, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, with pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (10-20 pounds).
