Activity Instructor- Preschool Playground Site Coordinator

Supervise and provide recreational experiences for youth ages 4 and 5 participating in the summer preschool playground program and Mini-Adventure Camp programs in St. Louis Park.

Position is seasonal and runs June – August 2026, working 30-40 hours per week.

• Provide recreational experiences for children ranging from 4-5 years of age. Interact with children through games, crafts, and sports.
• Plan weekly activities and crafts based on set themes and develop creative ideas to add a variety of program offerings for children.
• Provide varied recreation administrative duties such as registration, parent communication, etc. Verify that emergency forms collected at the park are properly completed and turned in promptly.
• Provide supervision for other playground leaders and junior leaders.
• Provide supervision and discipline for children in recreation program to ensure their safety.
• Attend weekly staff meetings/athletic practices and games on time with necessary materials.
• Attend preseason orientation and post-season evaluation meetings.

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 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.
  • Delegate tasks and job duties to other playground leaders and junior leaders.
• Prior experience working in a playground or camp program setting.
• Ability and experience working with and relating to children ages 4-5.
• Knowledge or course work in child development, parks and recreation, education, or related athletic sport.
• Hold or be pursuing a degree in primary education, recreation or related field.
• Prior experience working with and serving in a highly racially diverse environment.
• Demonstrated cultural competence and comfort with supporting the city’s strategic objectives for advancing racial equity.
• Have a valid MN driver's license.