Senior Recreation Program Specialist - Preschool Director; Licensed & Enrichment Programs

Under direction, supervises, coordinates, and leads the operations of a preschool recreation program for the City to include maintaining a clean, safe environment for the children that meets all applicable standards.

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

• Assists in developing, administering, coordinating, promoting the specific recreation program, including staffing, operational activities, and services of the program. Teaches or leads the programs, lessons or teams as required with the ability to travel and work between multiple sites.
• Develops and disseminates program schedules, curriculum and services. Registers participants, works with transferring students and approves refunds of program fees or transfer of registration and fees.
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• Develops and implements comprehensive curriculum and services for children 2 ½ to 10 years of age. Leads preschool classes, while spending a minimum of 60% or work time teaching in the classroom. Plans, schedules and supervises classes and curriculum.
• Provides quality customer service by effectively responding to issues, conflicts, or concerns in a timely manner. Reviews circumstances and takes appropriation action. Interacts with parents, completes and maintains necessary records, and directs activities of other staff. Resolves problems as situation arise, involving the Recreation Coordinator and/or registration staff, licensing, CDEC, ACHD, UPK, etc., when warranted.
• Supervises and directs the activities of assigned staff; makes recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, termination or advancement of employees. Schedules employees, assigns work, and monitors progress; guides, trains and develops employees in the accomplishment of their duties and professional growth; documents and evaluates performance.
• Stays current with and enforces necessary and best practice safety standards and regulations throughout the program, including training credentials. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal laws when necessary. Performs routine maintenance and repair of equipment, diagnosing problems, arranging and assisting with maintenance and repairs, and ensuring the ongoing safety of the participants.
• Oversees the development and implementation of program goals, objectives, and work plans. Develops and ensures that various operating policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines are followed.
• Completes all necessary paperwork and reports. Maintains records of incidents of rule violations, accidents, usage, and attendance; maintains and enters data into the computer. Ensures that all medical records are on file prior to the first day of each session. Keeps accurate and updated records.
• Analyzes programs and problems, researches alternative services and service delivery methods, proposes improvements, prepares narrative and statistical reports, and makes program operational recommendations. Develops and prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reports detailing program activities.
• Conducts or participates in various staff meetings or briefings.
• Assists with ordering, receiving, stocking and distributing supplies.
• Assists in developing and monitoring the program budget.
• Assists with special events and festivals as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED, supplemented by college-level course work in physical education, psychology, sociology, early childhood education, or child growth and development, or related field; two years' experience in related program administration or at least one year experience as a preschool director; and lead or supervisory experience are required. Preschool CDEC, ELDG, Shines, and UPK experience preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate and First Aid certificate. Additionally, the preschool program requires Director Qualifications by the State of Colorado for a Large Child Care Center, Standard Precautions, Emergency Preparedness, and Medical Administration certifications.

Valid Colorado driver's license with safe driving record.

• Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the City of Thornton and the…