Senior Tutor Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

The contents of the job bulletin should not be construed as an implied contract. All information is subject to change and the City is not bound to any information or errors contained in the bulletin. This posting may close earlier than the indicated closing date if an excessive number of applications is received.

The closing date may also be extended, or the job may be re-posted if an insufficient number of applications is received during the initial posting period. Job Description The Senior Recreation Leader works up to an average of 29 hours per week, Monday - Sunday, assigned at the Youth Center, Senior Center, sports programs or other recreation facility or programs. Hours will vary but candidate must be available to work weekday afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

This is an hourly position offering no supplemental employee benefits other than salary and sick leave accrual as per the Healthy Workplace/Healthy Families Act of 2014. Essential Job Duties Under direction, the Senior Recreation Leader will organize and develop recreational, social and educational activities in the programs. These activities may include assisting with youth, teen, and senior programs, community special events, community programs, sports activities, and general assignments at various recreation facilities.

In addition, this position assists and supervises staff with various responsibilities; takes the initiative to promote, coordinate, supervise, and/or participate in all activities; ensures the safety and welfare of all participants; and performs related tasks as assigned. ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES This is a non-management position and reports to the Senior Recreation Specialist. Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities KNOWLEDGE OF Basic arithmetic computations; correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; methods and techniques used in tutoring and working effectively with youth in Grades K-12; general understanding behavior management concepts; general needs and behavior patterns of youth; and knowledge of recreation principles and practices.

SKILLS/ABILITIES Work well with youth, teen, adult and senior citizen populations in an energetic, positive, and courteous manner; establish and maintain a team approach with coworkers; demonstrate good communication and organizational skills; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; the ability to make sound decisions and communicate those decisions; and maintain effective relationships with all participants, volunteers, and staff. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. plus one year college or equivalent experience; paid or volunteer experience working with children in a recreation, day camp, or teen program setting; possession of First Aid/CPR certification prior to start of the program, or within 60 days of the program start date

Possession of a valid California driver's license and proof of insurability required. LICENSE Possession of a valid California drivers license and proof of insurability required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be able to stand for extended periods of time; lead physical education activities that may include running, jumping, or throwing a ball.

This position requires the physical ability to stoop, bend, twist and reach; to lift, carry and handle equipment, desks, and boxes without assistance; and to provide visual and auditory supervision of children. The ability to participate in activities with youth indoors or outdoors such as to walk, run, bend, pull, push carry, load/unload supplies, lift up or move up to 50 lbs. Must be able to assume postures to allow physical and visual contact with children and communicate, see and hear well enough to keep participants safe.

Work requires supervising students and leading activities outdoors sometimes in damp, cold, and hot weather. The City of Montclair is an Equal Opportunity Employer.