What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Aide position at City of Commerce City, CO?
Salary : $16.55 - $21.74 Hourly
Location : Eagle Pointe Recreation Center, CO
Job Type : Part-time
Job Number : 2025-00012
Department : Parks, Recreation, & Golf
Division : Part Time Recreation Staff
Opening Date : 01 / 10 / 2025
Closing Date : Continuous
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit : NA
General Purpose
We are currently seeking a Preschool Aide to join our team! As a Preschool Aide, you will have the opportunity to work under the general supervision of the Recreation Coordinator and the Preschool Director. Your primary duties will include assisting in the implementation of activities for on-site preschool programs for children between the ages of 2 and 6 years.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with young children and who has a strong desire to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for them to learn and grow. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
Hiring salary is dependent upon experience.
The hiring range for this position is $16.55 - $18.97 per hour.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming work environment for all of our employees. If you are excited about this opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of youth and families in our community, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you and building a diverse and inclusive team!
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Minimum Qualifications
High School or equivalent and experience working with preschool aged youth is preferred. Must possess current CPR / First Aid certificates or be able to obtain them within 3 months of hire date. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Bilingual in Spanish is desired. A background check and fingerprinting are required. Requires valid driver's license and ability to operate various automobiles, including 14-passenger vans. CDL not required for this position.
Commerce City is an equal opportunity employer.
These vacancies are open until filled and subject to close without notice. We will review applications every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Recreation Center Membership : Employees are eligible for a membership to the Commerce City Recreation Center for $5.00 per year.
Golf Course Green Fees : Employees can play the City's award-winning Buffalo Run Golf Course at a rate of $9.00 for 9-holes or $18.00 for 18-holes. Employees can also purchase golf merchandise at discounted prices.
Benefits : The city monitors the hours worked for seasonal and variable hour employees. In the event that they work more than 1,560 hours within the ACA measurement period, they will be offered health benefits.
Wellness : Employees are eligible to earn up to $100 for participation in various wellness activities offered by the City throughout the year.
Eligibility for Pay Increases : Employees are eligible for a pay increase around the time of their annual appraisal following a successful evaluation.
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