JOB • Works directly with the Preschool Teacher to deliver engaging, age-appropriate preschool programs that foster children’s social, emotional, physical, and academic growth • Assists in classroom preparations, including organizing materials and activities, setting up play areas and workstations, and ensuring the facility is clean • Cleans and disinfects frequently touched surfaces and materials • Organizes and prioritizes tasks, ensuring timely follow-up on assignments, projects, or requests from the Preschool Teacher • Greets patrons and participants in a friendly and professional manner; answers inquiries regarding preschool program • Maintains accurate records of various forms, logs, and reports • Addresses behavior concerns in the classroom, when necessary, guides children toward appropriate behavior, and escalates any concerns to the Preschool Teacher or other Primetime Preschool supervisory staff • Performs first aid and emergency response; reports incidents and accidents • Supervises and leads children while maintaining an appropriate staff-to-child ratio • Attends meetings and training sessions • Performs other duties, as directed by Recreation and Community Services Supervisor, Coordinator, and/or Preschool Teacher EXAMPLE OF DUTIES • High school diploma or GED equivalent • Six months paid or volunteer experience in preschool and/or child care programs • Completion of six units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) is highly desirable • Possession of, or ability to obtain within one month of hire, Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid • A combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION APPLICATION DEADLINE: This position will remain open until filled, with a first review date of Monday, July 13, 2026. An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following: written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and/or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and/or via video conferencing. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance. All offers of employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States and successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical which may include a drug screen and Physical Abilities Test, negative TB test on file, and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees. As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need. In compliance with the California law, positions working with children are required to be mandated child abuse reporters. A mandated reporter is an individual who is obligated by law to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect. As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need. In addition, part-time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) employees may be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment. This is not a designated Retired Annuitant position. If you are a California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) retiree, you may be required to reinstate into CalPERS. PTS workers are at-will. Generally, PTS employees are limited to no more than 999 hours. The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer
