What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Leader I/II position at City of Commerce City, CO?

Salary : $17.58 - $22.57 Hourly

Location : Eagle Pointe Recreation Center, CO

Job Type : Part-time

Job Number : 2025-00011

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

Are you passionate about nurturing creativity and learning in young children? Join our dynamic team as a Preschool Leader! Under the guidance of our Recreation Coordinator and Preschool Director, you'll play a key role in planning and implementing fun and educational activities for preschool-aged children, ranging from 2 to 6 years old. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of little ones while fostering their growth in a supportive and engaging environment. If you're ready to inspire and be inspired, we want to hear from you!

Hiring salary is dependent upon experience.

The hiring range is $16.89 - $19.91 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 passionate about accounting and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply today!

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Minimum Qualifications

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. Must possess current CPR / First Aid certificates or be able to obtain them within 10 days of hire date. Must possess current Standard Precautions certificate or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire date.. Bilingual in Spanish 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.

Leader I : Three (3) months (455 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children under six (6) years of age who are not related to the individual.

Leader II : At least 21 years of age, two (2) years college, six (6) months (910 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children under six (6) years of age who are not related to the individual.

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.

PAID TIME-OFF BENEFITS :

Holidays : 12 paid holidays each year with the addition of an 8-hour Floating Holiday (in addition to the Floating Holiday that can be earned by participating in the Wellness Program).
General Leave : Leave banks are granted to employees after six months of full-time employment. General Leave may be used for vacations, personal business, illness, or other reasons as requested by the employee and approved by his / her supervisor.
Other Paid Time Off : Jury Duty, Injury Leave, and Military leave are also available to employees.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS :

Employee Assistance Program (EAP ) : We provide a confidential Employee Assistance Program to help support you and your family on any issue of concern. Eight private counseling sessions are available on a range of needs including, but not limited to marital issues, parenting concerns, grief counseling, supervisor issues, and drug and alcohol abuse.

Tuition Reimbursement : The City provides a tuition reimbursement program that reimburses qualified educational expenses.

Eligibility for Pay Increases : Employees are eligible for a pay increase during their annual appraisal following a successful evaluation. Pay increases do not come at the time of the six-month introductory evaluation.

Employee Home Ownership Program : To encourage employees to reside within the City limits of Commerce City, we may provide a secured loan for the down payment and / or closing cost assistance on a home in Commerce City. The employee must meet all City criteria as well as first mortgage underwriting criteria.

Personal Computer Employee Purchase Program : To encourage the development of employee computer skills, the City offers an interest-free loan to you for the purchase of computer hardware (including a Desktop or Laptop) and software. The employee must have successfully completed their 6-month Introductory Period for eligibility.

Recreation Center Membership : Employees and family members are eligible for a membership to the Commerce City Recreation Center for $5.00 per person 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.

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