Summary/Objective

The Recreational Leader is responsible for the care of children with and without special needs ages 5-13 years old. It is the responsibility of the Recreational Leader to plan, coordinate and execute fun learning activities for children to participate in after-school and during school breaks. Inclusivity in the program must be prioritized.  

General Duties

• Ensure children’s needs are met (including, but not limited to physical needs, emotional needs, etc.)
• Maintain a safe and engaging learning environment, both indoors and outdoors
• Practice active and engaged supervision at all times
• Planning, coordinating, and implementing of all school age programs including summer camp activities, events, and presentations
• Supervise, guide and motivate recreational assistants and volunteers
• Assist children with school work/ home work 
• Maintain positive and effective communication with staff, parents and children
• Compile daily forms and reports as needed
• Ensure to abide by all Texas Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards, TRS Standards, and PDNCDC Policies & Procedures

Competencies

• Positive communication and child motivational skills
• Leadership & classroom management skills
• Ethical Practice
• Cultural Awareness
• Relationship Management

Supervisory Responsibility

• Supervise Recreational Assistants

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge of summer camps and after-school programs for children.
• Fluent reading, writing and speaking English 
• Skilled in Microsoft computer applications.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Knowledge of summer camps and after-school programs for children with special needs
• Associate’s Degree in Child Development or related field
• Bilingual English/Spanish 
• One Year Experience in child care/summer camp preferred

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

•  Must pass criminal history background check
•  Reliable, dependable and always vigilant of surroundings 
•  CPR, First Aid, Food Handlers, Physical, TB Test 
•  Excellent organizational, positive communication, time management, cleanliness and documentation skills 
•  Participate as a member and leader of a team and contribute to group efforts

Other Duties - Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment - Inclusive Recreational Classroom and Outside Playground

Essential Functions - Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.