Preschool Camp​/Program Leaders and Aides- Recreation & Parks

Position Summary / Class Description

Under the immediate supervision of the Camp/Program Director, the Leader assists with the daily operations and administrative responsibilities of a camp/program for children ages 2.5-6.

• Accept responsibility for the physical safety and emotional well being of the children.
• Ensure children are properly supervised and accurate attendance is always maintained.
• Communicate clearly and courteously with school personnel, center staff, specialized camp/program staff, parents, junior counselors and children.
• Assist in planning a well‑rounded camp/program of recreational activities including music, games, drama, arts and crafts, social activities and special events. Implement the camp/program as posted on the weekly calendar.
• Report accidents, property damage, or major disciplinary problems to the director.
• Assist in setting up and taking down equipment and cleaning up area daily. Maintain cleanliness of the center, including picking up trash, sweeping floor daily, etc.
• Pick up snacks and supplies from the Department’s warehouse.
• Wear required HCRP staff shirt and nametag at all times. Wear appropriate closed‑toed shoes for activities (no flip‑flops unless approved by Program Supervisor/Coordinator).
• All other duties as assigned.

• Assist in securing Participant Information Form for each child.
• Assist with preparing weekly calendar and post on site.
• Ensure that parents sign children in and out each day. Maintain accurate attendance sheet at all times.
• Assist with preparation of camp/program newsletter.
• Complete accident/incident reports accurately and turn into director.
• Document and notify director with any concerns regarding staff or children.

• Must be 16 years old.
• Ability to effectively meet the social, emotional and physical needs of children.
• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with parents, peers and participants.

Prefer paid experience working with children.

Minimum two (2) years of High School. College coursework preferred.

Salary commensurate with experience. Contingent – Paraprofessional. Minimum wage to $20/hour.

You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.

Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.

At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) or World Education Services:
International Credential Evaluation (https://).

Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H‑1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H‑1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at Hiring Preference.

Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

Employees in this category may not be eligible for all County benefits.