Job Description
Salary: $21.05 - $25.60 Hourly
Location : El Cerrito, CA
Job Type: Temporary/Seasonal
Job Number: 2026-09
Department: Recreation
Opening Date: 03/31/2026
CLASS DESCRIPTION SUMMER CAMP JOBS WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF F.U.N.! Fulfilling work with Youth Grades K-8 in Seasonal Summer Camp - Summer Program runs June 15th - August 14th, 2026
- Training dates: June 8th - 12th, 2026
- Traditional Weekly Day Camp Programs for different age groups include swimming, field trips, arts and themed enrichment activities
- All camps are based at locations in El Cerrito, close to BART and the Ohlone bike trail.
- Hiring at all levels - youth work "rookies" to experienced Teachers!
- Pay range $21.05 - $25.60 DOE
- Full-day and part-day shifts available from 8:00 am-6:00 pm Monday - Friday
- If hired, staff may be assigned to work on July 4, 2026
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (DUTIES) Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Active supervision of children in Summer Camp programs;
- Assist with and conduct a variety of recreation activities;
- Interact with recreation staff, youth participants, and caregivers;
- Assist with a variety of program and activity support such as getting supplies and equipment, setting up certain equipment, directing participants during events, and overseeing cleanup of the facility;
- Foster a safe and stimulating environment for children;
- Cordially assisting the public who have questions and inquiries;
- Presenting and maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor, including wearing appropriate attire for the position and exhibiting respect and enthusiasm as duties and responsibilities are carried out.
QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education:
- Equivalent to completion of the eighth (8th) grade.
- Must be at least 15 years of age
- Completion of Early Childhood Education coursework is desirable.
Experience:
- Some experience working with children in a childcare or educational setting is preferred.
Knowledge and abilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Knowledge of a variety of youth development;
- Knowledge of youth activities;
- Knowledge and command of all of the latest safety standards and information related to supervision of children;
- Ability to conduct and participate in recreation activities;
- Ability to assist with related clerical duties;
- Ability to demonstrate good customer service and staff relations;
- Ability to maintain physical and mental capacities appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities;
- Professional work habits including reliability, dependability, creativity, and demonstration of enthusiasm; and
- Ability to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekdays, and weekends.
** Appropriate clearance from background check/fingerprinting if 18 or older
OTHER REQUIREMENTS THE COMMUNITY Located near the east shore of the San Francisco Bay, the City of El Cerrito is an ethnically diverse community offering a high quality of life within one of the nation's most sophisticated and beautiful living areas. With a population of almost 26,000 residents, El Cerrito has the advantage of being centrally located in a major metropolitan area. El Cerrito is an established community with a strong self-identity and a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its community members.
THE DEPARTMENT AND POSITION The Recreation Department manages a full range of recreational and special activities for youth, adults and seniors. The department also schedules activities and rentals of buildings, picnic areas, sports fields and tennis courts.
For more information, please visit the City's Human Resources page:
This position is non-benefited.
In accordance with California state law, you are entitled to five (5) paid sick leave days per year. These days are eligible for use following your 90th day of employment with the City.
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How many years of experience do you have working/volunteering with children ages 5-15. Please describe your experience.
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What skills did you learn about children in the experiences mentioned above? If you do not have experience, please describe any knowledge you have about working with children, and how you would apply that knowledge to working in a camp environment.
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What do you most enjoy about working with children? What do you find most challenging about working with children?
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Describe any additional information that would qualify you for the job of Childcare Aide (Summer Camp Counselor).
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If you were offered this position, what barriers would keep you from accepting the job?
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Temporary work, Summer work, Seasonal work, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Day shift, Afternoon shift, Weekday work