Pre-School Assistant

SAFETY Employee is responsible for adhering to all safety procedures and regulations established by the Department, the City and all State and Federal organizations. Any safety concern should be reported to a supervisor immediately. JOB SUMMARY This position under general guidance of the Pre-School Specialist is responsible for providing pre-school recreational and educational program support to the Recreation Department, Programs Division, specifically Pre-School. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Maintains a safe and supportive environment for young children; Maintain attendance records and ensures dismissal protocol is followed; Assists in carrying out program activities; Participates in structured activities with the children; Monitors and supervises children in all activities; Enforces program rules and regulations, supports in implementations of classroom management and discipline strategies; Prepares facility in anticipation of daily activities; up facility at end of the day; Assists co-workers; and Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or equivalent. One year experience in recreation, education, or related field preferred. CPR and First Aid Certification required within 90 days of hire. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of early childhood development Ability to perform CPR and basic first aid. Ability to monitor planned activities with children. Ability to communicate and work closely with young children. Ability to supervise and relate well to children. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to provide customer service to include problem solving and dispute resolution when necessary. Ability to work under pressure, in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of department policies and procedures. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Constantly requires hearing, vision, talking, and fine dexterity. Frequently requires handling/grasping, sitting, standing, and walking/running. Occasionally requires carrying, lifting, pushing/pulling, reaching, twisting, and bending. Medium strength demands include exerting up to 20 pounds frequently and 20-50 pounds occasionally. MENTAL DEMANDS Frequently requires time pressures, frequent change of tasks, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, irregular schedule/overtime, and working closely with others as part of a team. Occasionally requires tedious or exacting work and noisy/distracting environment. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE The City of Goose Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Prospective and current employees should contact Human Resources to request ADA accommodation. DISCLAIMER The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The City reserves the right to revise this position description at any time.