Part-Time Childcare Assistant

Part-Time Childcare Assistant

Salary

$15.00 Hourly

Location

Winchester, VA

Job Type

Part-time Non-Classified

Department

Parks and Recreation Department

Division

Parks and Recreation Childcare Division

Opening Date

07/30/2026

Closing Date

8/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description

Are you passionate about working with children and helping them learn, grow, and thrive? The City of Winchester Parks & Recreation Department is looking for enthusiastic, caring, and dependable individuals to join our team as Part-Time Childcare Assistants.

This position is an excellent opportunity for students or individuals interested in education, child development, psychology, recreation, social work, or youth services who want to gain valuable hands-on experience while making a positive impact in their community.

What Youll Do

• Supervise school-age children in a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment during after-school programs.
• Plan and lead educational, recreational, and enrichment activities that encourage creativity, teamwork, confidence, and personal growth.
• Build positive relationships with children while serving as a mentor and role model.
• Collaborate with Parks & Recreation staff to deliver high-quality programs and special events.
• Support other department divisions and assist with additional duties as assigned.

What Were Looking For

• A passion for working with children and supporting their development.
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
• A positive attitude, creativity, and the ability to create an inclusive environment where every child feels welcome.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Possess a valid drivers license.
• Certified in, or able to obtain, Infant, Child, and Adult CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Medication Training.

Why Join Our Team?

Whether youre pursuing a career in teaching, child development, counseling, psychology, recreation, or youth programming, this role provides meaningful, real-world experience working directly with children. Youll develop leadership and classroom management skills, build confidence, and make a lasting impact on the lives of local youth-all while being part of a supportive and energetic team.

Job Posting Statement

The City of Winchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.

This position is part-time/seasonal and is not eligble for benefits.

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As required by State Law, are you 16 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Winchester

Address 15 N. Cameron Street

Winchester, Virginia, 22601

Phone 540-667-2304

Website https://www.winchesterva.gov