What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialized Instructor - Preschool position at Frederick County Government?
POSITION DETAILS:
Non-exempt; part-time year-round position; flexible hours, working up to 20-30 hours per week; assigned hours may include weekdays, weekends/evening hours and events; no benefits
- Coordinate lesson plans and course outlines
- Assure the return and condition of issued equipment and supplies
- Compile and maintain recordkeeping related to each class (e.g. attendance)
- Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Minimum age 18 years by time of hire
- Experience providing related instruction in a leadership role to preschool aged youth
- Experience planning and developing activity plans for preschool aged youth
- Current certification in First Aid and CPR (infant/child and adult), or able to become so certified within 60 days of hire (current certifications must be maintained throughout employment)
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
- Advanced knowledge of preschool skills and understanding of the principles of child development and educational and enrichment methods
- Ability to effectively prepare and carry out lesson plans
- Ability to effectively lead and supervise large and small groups in recreational activities
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working/teaching relationships with coworkers, participants and their family members, and the general public
- Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills in order to conduct classes and perform related record-keeping
- Physical requirements include the ability to actively participate in the activity presented as part of the instruction process, and to transport, set-up and take-down related equipment
- Ability and willingness to participate in program planning
- Ability to provide own transportation as needed
EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):
1) An evaluation of training and experience
2) One or more interviews
3) A pre-employment background investigation
This description reflects management's assignment of essential duties; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Salary : $18 - $22
