Urgently Require Program Specialist - Art and/or Cooking Instructor in Fremont, CA
Job title: Program Specialist - Art and/or Cooking Instructor
Company: City of Fremont
Job description: A Program Specialist will plan, prepare and instruct recreation activities. Activities may include art, cooking, dance, pre-school program and other program areas. Programs are designed for children ages 4-17 (primarily 5-12) years of age.
Art programs may include drawing, painting, pastels, ceramics, crafts, sculpture, photography, weaving, printing, calligraphy, quilting, anime/manga, cartooning, clowning, and theater.
Cooking programs may include instruction on safety, using proper equipment and supplies and creativity.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (These duties are a general description and are not all inclusive.)
Develop and submit lesson plans including class content and material needs.
Lead organized activities to develop and strengthen youth academic, recreational, and social skills.
Plan lessons and activities so they are appropriate to students with various abilities.
Ability to requisition supplies and/or purchasing program supplies within City guidelines
Evaluate and provide constructive feedback on the activities, camps and events
Conduct creative and safe class meetings; instruct students on the safe and proper use of supplies, tools, and equipment
Participate in cleaning and maintaining the facilities and equipment
Interact professionally and appropriately with parents, students and staff
Communicate with supervisor regarding classroom needs
Attend staff meetings and trainings
Perform other duties as assigned
SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED
General supervision is provided by a program coordinator or Recreation Supervisor. The Program Specialist may supervise a part-time aide and/or "counselor in training" in a classroom environment in daily activities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age
Different program areas will have different skills and knowledge requirements for the position; check with Recreation Supervisor. (For example: 6 ECE unites required for pre-school instructor)
One school year teaching experience
At least one year's experience working with children in an academic setting
Must be willing and able to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as required
REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT
Must be able to handle sensitive and/or stressful situations or information with tact, discretion and significant awareness of confidentiality
Must effectively communicate with adults and children from a variety of cultural backgrounds
Willingness to comply with suspected child abuse reporting (11166.5 PC)
Employees are required to be certified in Adult/Child CPR & First Aid from American Red Cross, American Heart Association or supervisor approved equivalent. Employees must be certified within 30 days of hire date or prior to the first day of work, whichever occurs earlier.
Fingerprinting and TB test are required
Must submit verification of legal right to work in the United States as a condition of employment
SELECTION PROCESS
Qualified application will be evaluated on the basis of related experience and quality of presentation.
The most highly qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview. Applicant evaluations may include a written and physical test. Satisfactory candidates will be placed on an eligibility list. Placements are anticipated immediately after the list is established. Some placements may be assigned to emphasize public education as the City's needs require.
Some positions may require a health evaluation.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered for this position, apply online by submitting a completed City application and resume through our online application system:
Reasonable Accommodation: The Recreation Services Division will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise us of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4347 or emailing [email protected].
THE CITY OF FREMONT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
WE DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON ANY BASIS.
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
City of Fremont https://fremont.workbrightats.com
Expected salary:
Location: Fremont, CA
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Company: City of Fremont
Job description: A Program Specialist will plan, prepare and instruct recreation activities. Activities may include art, cooking, dance, pre-school program and other program areas. Programs are designed for children ages 4-17 (primarily 5-12) years of age.
Art programs may include drawing, painting, pastels, ceramics, crafts, sculpture, photography, weaving, printing, calligraphy, quilting, anime/manga, cartooning, clowning, and theater.
Cooking programs may include instruction on safety, using proper equipment and supplies and creativity.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (These duties are a general description and are not all inclusive.)
Develop and submit lesson plans including class content and material needs.
Lead organized activities to develop and strengthen youth academic, recreational, and social skills.
Plan lessons and activities so they are appropriate to students with various abilities.
Ability to requisition supplies and/or purchasing program supplies within City guidelines
Evaluate and provide constructive feedback on the activities, camps and events
Conduct creative and safe class meetings; instruct students on the safe and proper use of supplies, tools, and equipment
Participate in cleaning and maintaining the facilities and equipment
Interact professionally and appropriately with parents, students and staff
Communicate with supervisor regarding classroom needs
Attend staff meetings and trainings
Perform other duties as assigned
SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED
General supervision is provided by a program coordinator or Recreation Supervisor. The Program Specialist may supervise a part-time aide and/or "counselor in training" in a classroom environment in daily activities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age
Different program areas will have different skills and knowledge requirements for the position; check with Recreation Supervisor. (For example: 6 ECE unites required for pre-school instructor)
One school year teaching experience
At least one year's experience working with children in an academic setting
Must be willing and able to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as required
REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT
Must be able to handle sensitive and/or stressful situations or information with tact, discretion and significant awareness of confidentiality
Must effectively communicate with adults and children from a variety of cultural backgrounds
Willingness to comply with suspected child abuse reporting (11166.5 PC)
Employees are required to be certified in Adult/Child CPR & First Aid from American Red Cross, American Heart Association or supervisor approved equivalent. Employees must be certified within 30 days of hire date or prior to the first day of work, whichever occurs earlier.
Fingerprinting and TB test are required
Must submit verification of legal right to work in the United States as a condition of employment
SELECTION PROCESS
Qualified application will be evaluated on the basis of related experience and quality of presentation.
The most highly qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview. Applicant evaluations may include a written and physical test. Satisfactory candidates will be placed on an eligibility list. Placements are anticipated immediately after the list is established. Some placements may be assigned to emphasize public education as the City's needs require.
Some positions may require a health evaluation.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered for this position, apply online by submitting a completed City application and resume through our online application system:
Reasonable Accommodation: The Recreation Services Division will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise us of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4347 or emailing [email protected].
THE CITY OF FREMONT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
WE DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON ANY BASIS.
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
City of Fremont https://fremont.workbrightats.com
Expected salary:
Location: Fremont, CA
Apply Now