ISW and The Explorer Club are hiring a Preschool Activity Specialist
- Designs, organizes, and leads engaging physical, creative, or educational movement activities for young children (ages 2 to 6).
Job Description: Preschool Activity Specialist
• Position Title: Preschool Activity Specialist
• Department / Program: Early Childhood Enrichment & Recreation
• Reports To: Preschool Director / Program Coordinator
• Employment Type: Part-Time (Flexible hours)
• Salary Range: $15.00 – $20.00 per hour (depending on experience and local grants)
Position Overview
The Preschool Activity Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, and leading high-energy, developmentally appropriate recreational, creative, or fitness activities for preschool-aged children. This role focuses on building motor skills, social confidence, teamwork, and a love for active play in a safe, nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Design & Implement Activities: Plan weekly age-appropriate lesson plans centered around motor skills, games, storytelling, music, arts and crafts, or movement.
• Lead Sessions: Facilitate active, structured, play sessions for groups of children aged 2 to 5.
• Ensure Safety & Supervision: Maintain constant active supervision, ensuring all equipment, indoor/outdoor spaces, and games meet strict early childhood safety standards.
• Support Classroom Teachers: Collaborate with lead preschool teachers to reinforce classroom themes and assist during group transitions.
• Promote Inclusion & Engagement: Adapt activities to match different developmental pacing, skill levels, and physical or emotional needs.
• Equipment Management: Maintain, organize, and sanitize activity props, sports gear, and creative materials.
• Parent & Staff Communication: Provide brief, positive updates to teachers and families regarding children’s participation and daily milestones.
Qualifications & Requirements
• Education: High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Kinesiology, Child Development, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of professional or coaching experience working with young children (ages 2–6).
• Certifications: Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Physical Demands: Ability to actively move, run, sit on the floor, bend, and lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
• Background Check: Must pass state-mandated criminal background checks, fingerprinting, and health/immunization screenings.
Benefits & Perks
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Childcare tuition discounts
• Paid time off (PTO) and health/wellness benefits (where applicable)
• Free equipment, uniforms, and ongoing professional development training