Youth Activities Specialist

Job Description

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Salary: $11.48 - $13.48 per hour

Hours Vary by Season: 15 - 40 hours per week

Part Time Non Benefited

The City of Laramie Parks & Recreation Department is accepting applications for Youth Activities Specialists for our Adventure Kids programming, which includes an afterschool program, summer camps, and special events. This position will begin with our Summer Camp program, which runs mid-June to mid- August, with some training and preparation required prior to the start date.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work at the Laramie Community Recreation Center, in a team-teaching environment under the supervision of a Youth Activites Specialist and a Recreation Supervisor.

• Be part of a team responsible for the safety and supervision of up to 80 children each day.

• Plan, organize and teach enrichment activities of a recreational and educational nature for children, grades K-6.

QUALIFICATIONS (Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying):

• Prior training and/or education relevant to working with children.

• Experience working with children in a beyond-school setting

• Ability to guide children through general classroom management techniques, create enthusiasm and inspire learning.

• Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions, common to youth activities.

• Must be dependable, enjoy working with children, and be a team player.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program participants, parents co-workers, and other Recreation Center personnel.

• Ability to work under direct and indirect supervision.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written; and to follow instructions.

• First aid and CPR certification or willingness to complete provided training.

• Working knowledge of basic computer programs.

Applicants who are offered an appointment are required to pass a comprehensive background investigation, drug screening test and driver license check.

If offered an interview, be prepared to bring a letter of interest and current resume.

The City of Laramie is an EEO/ADA employer and a smoke-free workplace per City ordinance.