What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Aide-(Part-Time) position at City of Litchfield Park?
PART-TIME PRESCHOOL AIDE
The City of Litchfield Park, AZ is seeking a part-time preschool aide to join our Community and Recreation Services Department and work year round with our dynamic Preschool team. Are you a naturally playful and nurturing person? Do you enjoy working in a creative and stimulating environment? Would you like to make a difference in the lives of young children? If so, apply today and be a part of what makes the City of Litchfield Park so special!
ABOUT CITY OF LITCHFIELD PARK, AZ
Conveniently located just 20 miles from central Phoenix, the City of Litchfield Park is a unique small city with beautiful parks, historic sites, a golf resort, and award-winning special events. Our municipal government is small and friendly, but full-service. Our employees enjoy a supportive environment where work-life balance is valued.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB:
Incumbents are responsible for direct care of participants in the preschool and summer camp programs. Assists in the coordination and carrying out of day-to-day preschool or summer camp activities, depending on time of year.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
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Physical Strength Code
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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M
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Provides supervision of bathroom breaks and ensures safety of preschoolers or summer camp participants, depending on time of year.
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2
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M
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Monitors preschool activities and helps enforce classroom behavior and related rules.
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3
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M
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Maintains and organizes work area and work supplies.
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4
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M
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Assists with art projects.
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5
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M
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Prepares and distributes snacks.
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6
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M
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Assistance with forms completion by providing routine information to customers, as needed.
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7
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M
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Working with youth and adults to provide assigned program services.
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8
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M
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Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
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9
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M
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Assists in the coordination and carrying out of day-to-day preschool or summer camp activities, depending on time of year.
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10
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M
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Dependable and prompt attendance. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City staff and the public. Work safely.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS
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Formal Education/ Knowledge
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High school diploma or GED. Knowledge of: Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment), Basic filing and record-keeping principles; Inventory maintenance principles.
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Experience
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Minimum one of experience in early childhood education preferred.
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Certifications and Other Requirements
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Valid Driver’s License. Current and Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card. Utilize computer and relevant software applications, Modern office technology. First Aid and CPR Certification (within 90 days of hiring).
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Reading
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Work requires the ability to read and comprehend reference books and manuals.
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Math
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Work requires the ability to perform general math calculations and business math concepts.
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Writing
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Work requires the ability to create clear, accurate and comprehensive emails, documents, reports, recommendations and other correspondence.
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Managerial
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Job/position has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.
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Policy/Decision Making
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Moderate - The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results. There is some opportunity for discretion when making selections among a few easily identifiable choices. Work involving discretion is typically reviewed before finalized.
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Technical Skills
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Broad Application - Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities.
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Interpersonal/Human Relations Skills
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Moderate – Interactions involve support of Preschool Director and scheduled program activities. Contacts may also involve high paced interaction with preschool aged students, requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to student needs.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR A PART-TIME PRESCHOOL AIDE
- High school diploma or GED.
- One (1) year of experience in early childhood education preferred.
- Must have a Fingerprint Clearance Card
This is a year round part-time position (up to 19 hours per week). During the months of August through May, the preschool aide will assist with classroom duties and projects related to school year activities. During the months of June and July, the preschool aide will assist with summer camp activities.
Workdays and hours:
PM Aide Schedule
Monday: 11:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday: 9:00am - 12:30pm
Wednesday: 11:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday: 9:00am - 12:30pm
Friday: 11:30am - 3:30pm
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR RECREATION TEAM?
If you feel that you are the right person for this PM preschool aide position, and you meet the minimum qualifications, please complete the application, related documents. We look forward to meeting you!