Summer Recreation

Overview

City of Casa Grande Summer Recreation Jobs

Listed below are descriptions of various summer programs and staff positions the City of Casa Grande recruits for each summer. Rate of pay will depend on experience.

Applications will be reviewed at the end of each month and interviews will be held as needed.

• Casa Grande Youth Theater — Casa Grande Youth Theater is a six (6) week program, beginning in June, for youth ages 8-17 years old. The program takes place Monday – Thursday, program times vary. Participants will learn all aspects involved in the production of play with a performance at the end of the program. Staff hours are typically 20-25 hours per week.

• Kindergym — Kindergym is a four (4) week program, beginning in June, for youth ages 3-6 years old. The program takes place Monday – Thursday from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. A combination of basic movement and gymnastics skills, designed for children ages 3-6 years old. They will learn basic tumbling, along with activities that develop basic coordination and motor skills.
  
  Staff hours are typically 15-20 hours per week.

• Science Programs — The Science program is a four (4) week program, beginning in June, for youth ages 4-13 years old. The program is held throughout the week, days/times vary. Small science experiments will be explored along with making a volcano. Staff hours are typically 10-15 hours per week.

• Start Smart — This program is four (4) sessions starting in June for ages 3-5 years old. This program takes place Monday - Thursday and each session introduces a different sport:
  Soccer, Basketball, Football and Basketball. Staff hours are typically 10-15 hours per week.

• Sports Camps — The Sports Camp program is a seven (7) week program, beginning in June, for youth ages 5-11 years old. The program takes place Monday – Thursday from 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. A variety of sports themes are offered which include baseball, basketball, football, soccer, volleyball and pickleball. The camps focus on skill development and sportsmanship. Staff hours are typically 10-15 hours per week.

• RECREATION LEADER I (AIDE) — Assists in organizing and conducting various recreational activities in the program; promotes and develops interest in the different activities.

• EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED — Works directly with the instructor and assists as needed; issues and collects games, arts and crafts supplies, equipment, etc. Teaches basic skills of games, keeps score, sets up areas for activities and maintains order in the program; cleans and secures areas used during activities.

• KNOWLEDGE — Ability to work with youth and/or adults as well as individuals or large groups; some knowledge in first aid and safety precautions; some knowledge of score keeping, rules of various games and activities; preparation for use of such areas.

• QUALIFICATIONS — Demonstrated experience in Parks and Recreation activities and ability to assist with organized recreational programs.

• RECREATION LEADER II (INSTRUCTOR) — An employee in this position is responsible for developing and administering a comprehensive recreational program in the instructor's area of expertise; assuring that program objectives are accomplished; exercising independent judgment and ingenuity in accomplishing program objectives and meeting the needs of the participants enrolled in the class/activity; cleaning and securing the facility at which the program is located and working in direct contact with the City of Casa Grande Community Services Department.

• EXAMPLE OF WORK PERFORMED — Supervises and directs the class or activity and all recreation staff in the program; ensures that all participants in the program get the maximum amount of instruction to reach the goals of the class; outlines a program to obtain goals to be reached at the completion of the program and develops a weekly lesson plan. Employees are accountable for the efficient conduct of Recreation activities in accordance with departmental policies.

• QUALIFICATIONS — Extensive knowledge and experience in recreational class and/or program development to be offered; ability to plan, organize, coordinate and direct the activities and personnel in a well-rounded recreational program; ability to work well with children; ability to communicate with adults; some supervisory experience required and some knowledge in first aid and safety precautions preferred.