Childcare Aide

Childcare Aide Salary $17.75 - $20.58 Hourly Location City of San Luis Obispo, CA Job Type Supplemental Department Youth Services Opening Date 02/27/2026 Closing Date 4/30/2026 5:00 PM Pacific FLSA Non-Exempt * Description * Benefits * Questions JOB DESCRIPTION Do you want to make a difference and have fun at work? Join the Youth Services team! Childcare staff are an integral part of the Recreation Department, supporting before and after school care at local school sites. Childcare staff work in a team to provide quality care for children in grades TK - 6th, leading activities, building relationships, and making memories. Hours per week: varies, up to 30 hours with flexible options for scheduling. Programs open Monday - Friday, additional opportunities are available within other Parks and Recreation programs if desired. Early morning, mid-day or afternoon shifts available. JOB SUMMARY: Child Care Aides are an essential part of the Youth Services team! They engage with kids, play, guide, mentor and have fun at work! Average hours per week: 10-30 SUPERVISION SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Employees in this classification work under direct supervision of the Childcare Site Specialist EXAMPLES OF DUTIES EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks that may be found in positions of this class.) * Maintain positive relations with parents. * Plan and conduct daily schedule of activities. * Responsible for the safety, health and happiness of the children. * Assist other staff in directing and overseeing children's activities. * Chaperone field trips and outdoor activities. * Oversee snack preparation. * Other duties as assigned. TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS POSSESSION AND MAINTENANCE OF: * Fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice will be required * Child Abuse Index check * Tuberculosis Clearance and satisfactory Health Screening This is a temporary position, with no benefits. 01 Have you EVER been CONVICTED of a crime which might remain on your criminal record (including a plea of guilty or no contest which resulted in a criminal conviction)? Note: Exclude: A. misdemeanor convictions for marijuana related offenses (under Health and Safety Codes 11357, 11360, 11364, 11365, 11550, or a statutory predecessor thereof) that are more than two (2) years old as of the date that you complete this application B. Any information concerning a referral to, and participation in, any pretrial or post-trial diversion program. * Yes * No 02 If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please provide specific details for each occurrence including: 1) Date; 2) Location; 3) Charge and a description of the offense; 4) Penalty/Disposition. If this is not applicable, please type "NA" in the box below. 03 Are you a current City of San Luis Obispo employee? * Yes * No 04 IF you answered "no" to the previous question, have you ever worked for the City of San Luis Obispo? * Yes * No 05 The City of San Luis Obispo is committed to cultivating diverse and inclusive environments in our workforce and our community. It is the expectation that all staff will contribute to and be committed to this effort. Do you agree with these conditions of employment? * Yes * No 06 Conditions of Employment: Before date of hire, applicant may be required to pass a physical examination and will be required to: submit proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S., submit proof of age, and be fingerprinted as part of a background investigation. Do you agree with these conditions of employment? * Yes * No 07 Where did you learn of this opening? 08 Why are you interested in applying for a position with the City of San Luis Obispo? Required Question

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