Job Summary:
Assist with instruction of daily crafts, games, enrichment activities and field trips for children aged 5-16 years enrolled in Adventure Bound Day Camp programs at the Chilson Recreation Center.
The hiring range for this position is $15.16- $16.50 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Position will remain open until filled.
This is a Seasonal position lasting a maximum of 6 months working up to 40 hours per week with a target start date of May 11, 2026 for evening training.
Essential Functions:
- Assist with instruction of daily crafts, games, enrichment activities and field trips on a daily basis.
- Actively participate in the preparation, implementation, and clean-up of fun, safe and age-appropriate activities on a daily basis.
- Assist with opening or closing of camp procedures on a rotating basis.
- Inspect classroom/program environment and equipment on a regular basis to ensure safety of participants and communicate repair or replacement needs to supervisor.
- Assist with keeping current and accurate attendance records throughout daily shifts in camp.
- Actively participate in regular communication with staff regarding behavior strategies being utilized with campers.
- Offer and instruct effective conflict management and problem solving strategies to camp participants and assist with implementation of communicated disciplinary strategies.
- Attend and participate in all required staff trainings & meetings.
- Respond calmly and appropriately in stressful, chaotic and emergency situations according to established procedures.
- Adhere to and implement all Adventure Bound Day Camp, Chilson Center and City of Loveland policies and procedures, including any state or federal regulations for licensed school-aged day camps.
Other Job Functions:
- May assist in special events.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Course work related to Recreation, Education, or Human Development and Family Services preferred.
Experience:
- Must be a minimum of 16 years of age at time of hire.
- Previous experience working with children preferred.
- Previous experience assisting with planning, teaching and supervising large group activities.
Certifications:
- Must currently possess or be able to successfully complete provided First Aid, CPR, and Standard Precautions certifications within 60 days of hire date and prior to working with children.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Communicates effectively and diplomatically with participants of the programs, parents, co-workers, and the general public.
- Uses independent, sound judgment to react quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.
- Exercises appropriate conflict resolution skills with camp participants and staff. Exhibits patience when dealing with stressful situations.
- Must demonstrate competent organizational and planning skills.
- Ability to work effectively on a team, as a co-instructor, and to lead activities independently is essential.
- Must be at least 16 years of age upon hire.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
- Frequent light to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.
- Frequent exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements.
- Occasional exposure to hazards that are predictable or well protected against.
Additional Working Demands/Conditions:
- Clearance from state, federal, sex offender and child abuse reporting background checks is required.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!
In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.
Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.
A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!
Non Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:
- Retirement – 457 employee funded plan
- Medical Leave – Up to 48 hours accrued. Accrue 1 hour of leave per 30 hours worked
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. (https://www.lovgov.org/home/showdocument?id=58934&t=638239815003552559) Learn more about your right to work. (https://www.lovgov.org/home/showdocument?id=58936&t=638239815367780509) Visit E-Verify.gov (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees) for more information.
Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a background check including criminal sex offender search and identity history summary check, including a fingerprint check and state licensure requirements if applicable.
Preferred
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Previous experience assisting with planning, teaching and supervising large group activities.
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Previous experience working with children.
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Course work related to Recreation, Education or Human Development & Family Services.
Preferred
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CPR Certification
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