Summer Program Attendant/Leader (PT-Temporary/Seasonal)

Salary : $18,408.00 Annually

Location : Kingsport, TN

Job Type: Temporary / Seasonal

Job Number: 2026-3-2

Department: Leisure/Community Services

Division: Recreation Centers

Opening Date: 03/02/2026

Closing Date: 5/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Purpose

Assists the Program Coordinator and Program Administrators in the activities, events, and operations of the summer playground programs for participants (age group 6 - 12) in a safe manner.

Essential Functions

Implement hands on activities through organized games, arts and crafts, nature activities, field trips, etc;

Supervise playground attendants and participants;

Ensure playground rules and regulations are followed;

Plan field trips, provide and collect permission slips and money from participants; compile attendance roster for trips;

Maintain discipline of the program attendants and participants and report disciplinary problems to the Program Administrator/Coordinator ;

Handle parent concerns and report them to the Program Coordinator;

Prepare and maintain related records and reports; ex.; disciplinary action, accident reports, program evaluations, etc;

Keep facilities and playgrounds clean at all times;

Maintain inventory of all supplies and equipment;

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of playground operations and associated health and safety regulations;

Knowledge of general Parks and Recreation operating policies and procedures;

Knowledge of general office support practices and procedures;

Knowledge of modern first aid techniques;

Skill in planning, organizing, and coordinating a variety of playground activities and events;

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other city department staff and the general public;

Skill in performing basic facility maintenance;

Ability to follow oral and written instructions;

Ability to supervise.

Education and Experience

Must be a minimum age of 18; experience in working with pre-school or school age children (ex: scouting, coaching, babysitting, etc.); and/or two years of study in the field of recreation, early elementary education, physical fitness, art, music, drama and/or experience in a related field preferred.

The City of Kingsport does not currently offer any benefits for Part-Time, Seasonal, or Temporary Employess.