Park Activity Leader

Supervise and provide recreational experiences for youth participating in the summer playground program and youth athletic programs in St. Louis Park.

Position is seasonal and runs June-August 2026, working 15‑30 hours per week.

• Provide recreational experiences for children a variety of ages participating in the Summer Playgrounds and Camps. Interact with children through games, crafts, and sports.

• Provide supervision and discipline of participants attending the Summer Playgrounds and Camps and ensure their safety.

• Assist Site Coordinators in preparing supplies and equipment for daily use, document supplies needing replacement and set up/take down site areas.

• Attend weekly staff meetings/athletic practices and games on time with necessary materials.

• Attend preseason orientation and post-season evaluation meetings.

• Ability to communicate with parents, site staff and the public.

• At least 15 years of age or previous experience as a park activities leader or Junior Leader Volunteer.

• Ability to:

  • Interact and develop rapport with children of all ages and cultural backgrounds.

  • Engage those children in a variety of active and passive park activities/youth athletics.

  • Work with other park activities leaders, junior leader volunteers and coordinators/youth coaches effectively and in harmony.

• Demonstrated cultural competence and comfort with supporting the city’s strategic objectives for advancing racial equity.

• Ability and experience working with and relating to children a variety of ages.

• Knowledge or course work in child development, parks and recreation, education, or related athletic sport.

• Has a valid MN drivers license.