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School Year - Kids' Zone Group Leader

Geneva Park District

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Overview

$15.00 - $15.25 Hourly

Position Type

Part Time

Description

Summary: Under the guidance of the Recreation Supervisor, Site Coordinator, and Assistant Site Coordinator, the Group Leader will be responsible for the specific programming and management of a before/after school site.

Supervisor

The Kids’ Zone Group Leader reports to the Kids’ Zone Site Coordinator, Assistant Site Coordinator, Recreation Supervisor, Assistant Superintendent of Recreation and Executive Director.

Essential Functions

- Create, organize, promote and conduct a variety of recreational activities such as: arts & crafts, sports, music, dance, games, nutrition, nature activities, special events, social activities, outdoor play and homework time.
- Take direction from the Asst. and Site Coordinator and report any incidents immediately
- Supervise and lead small and large group activities
- Assists with planning age appropriate activities
- Be able to discipline participants in a productive manner
- Attends staff training and monthly meetings
- Maintain good relationships and effective communication with:
- District 304 personnel
- Co-workers – You all need to work together and stay on the same page
- Supervisor – keep informed of all situations (accidents, confrontations) no matter how minor, concerning staff, district staff, participants or parents
- Follow procedures to maintain safety at site – aware of any potential safety hazards
- Arrives on time, as scheduled
- Follows dress code and dress appropriately for days activities
- Works Day Off trips, Winter and Spring camps and helps with other sites when needed
- Other duties as assigned

Safety Program

- Understand the Park District’s safety procedures and requirements.



This includes Completion and follow-through on all accident reports, emergency safety procedures, reporting of hazardous equipment, facilities or conditions and the conduct of any employee under his/her supervision. Reports all incidents and potential hazards to the Recreation Supervisor as soon as possible.
- Attend safety certification classes as assigned.

Physical Requirements

- Handling Park District materials up to 50 pounds. Assistance will be provided when necessary.

Cognitive Considerations

- The Kids’ Zone Group Leader must exhibit good problem solving ability and good judgment in accordance with the mission of the Park District.
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills when dealing with assistant site coordinator and group leaders and participants.

End Result

Successful performance in this position will develop a strong before/afterschool program, where participants are excited to return day after day. The ability to create a protected, fun and caring site where relationships can grow, is directly related to the performance in this position. The Group Leader will maintain a motivated and enthusiastic attitude during each day of the program.

- Staff will work as a team
- Participants will be excited about each day
- Parent and participants will feel safe

The success of the program directly relates to this position. Job duties and responsibilities may change as needed to create a quality program.

Qualifications

The Kids’ Zone Group Leader must be at least 16 years of age and have 1 year of experience working with school aged children; criminal background clearance; and current CPR and First Aid certifications; present oneself as a positive role model with solid leadership skills, and maintain the ability to communicate effectively with participants, parents, staff and school district personnel.

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📌 2026-27 School Year - Kids' Zone Group Leader
🏢 Colorado State University Environmental Learning Center
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