Job Listings
CITY OF
EDINA
PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
PLAYGROUND ART SPECIALIST
The City of Edina is accepting applications for the
position of Playground Art Specialist, who will work from mid-June to the end of
July.
Responsibilities include:
• Design and implement a step-by-step plan for arts and
crafts projects related tot he weekly program theme, including organizing
supplies needed for each project and program.
• Lead children in daily arts and crafts projects at assigned park sites in
engaging and creative ways.
• Teach arts and crafts projects to Playground Leaders at weekly staff
meetings.
• Assist Playground Leaders with ideas for additional arts and
crafts projects.
• Organize and inventory all arts and crafts supplies, makes supply
suggestions.
• Communicate with participants, leaders and supervisors any
needs or concerns.
• Ensure safe environment for participants at all times.
• Evaluate arts and crafts experiences at the end of the summer.
• Follow City of Edina policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.
Applicants must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma; good leadership
and communication skills; desire to teach arts programs to children; ability
to lead children and co-workers; good communication and organization skills;
experience working with children in structured programs and the ability to
independently get to program locations as needed. Preferred candidates will
have experience working with children in arts programming and have
coursework in art, elementary education, recreation or a related field.
Starting wage is approximately $9.52-$10.85 per hour.
Fill out and complete seasonal/part-time application
and
supplemental application and return it to Edina City Hall, 4801 W. 50th St. Applications will be accepted until
March 9, 2012 or until positions are filled.
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