Summer Program Attendant​/Leader; PT-Temporary​/Seasonal

Assists the Program Coordinator and Program Administrators in the activities, events, and operations of the summer playground programs for participants (age group 6 – 12) in a safe manner.

• Implement hands on activities through organized games, arts and crafts, nature activities, field trips, etc;
• Supervise playground attendants and participants;
• Ensure playground rules and regulations are followed;
• Plan field trips, provide and collect permission slips and money from participants; compile attendance roster for trips;
• Maintain discipline of the program attendants and participants and report disciplinary problems to the Program Administrator/Coordinator ;
• Handle parent concerns and report them to the Program Coordinator;
• Prepare and maintain related records and reports; ex.; disciplinary action, accident reports, program evaluations, etc;
• Keep facilities and playgrounds clean at all times;
• Maintain inventory of all supplies and equipment;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of playground operations and associated health and safety regulations;
• Knowledge of general Parks and Recreation operating policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of general office support practices and procedures;
• Knowledge of modern first aid techniques;
• Skill in planning, organizing, and coordinating a variety of playground activities and events;
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other city department staff and the general public;
• Skill in performing basic facility maintenance;
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions;
• Ability to supervise.

Must be a minimum age of 18; experience in working with pre-school or school age children (ex: scouting, coaching, babysitting, etc.); and/or two years of study in the field of recreation, early elementary education, physical fitness, art, music, drama and/or experience in a related field preferred.

The City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations.