Reference librarian Jobs in Berkeley, CA

Hourly Rate: $17.00–$30.00/hour
Schedule: Part-Time, Year-Round (20–25 hours per week)
Closing Date: Open Until Filled – Apply Today!

Official start date of this position will be August 1, 2026

INSPIRE! CREATE! PLAY!
Make a difference in a child's life while gaining valuable professional experience. The Piedmont Recreation Department (PRD) is seeking enthusiastic, caring, and dependable individuals to join our Extended Care team.

Working with PRD is more than a job-it's an opportunity to support youth development, build meaningful relationships, and create positive experiences for children and families every day.

If you're energetic, responsible, and passionate about working with kids, we'd love to meet you!

About the Position

Recreation Leaders support PRD's recreation-based after-school programs, including:

• Schoolmates (TK–5th Grade)
• Minimates (Transitional Kindergarten)
• The Hangout (4th & 5th Grade)

Staff work collaboratively to provide a safe, engaging, and enriching environment through recreation, education, and social-emotional learning opportunities.

What You'll Do

• Lead games, sports, arts & crafts, STEM projects, and enrichment activities
• Supervise and actively engage participants
• Promote positive behavior and conflict resolution
• Ensure participant's safety and well-being
• Assist with attendance and program documentation
• Support walking trips, special events, and special projects
• Help maintain organized, welcoming program spaces
• Work collaboratively with staff, families, and school partners

Our Ideal Candidate

You are:

• Positive and energetic
• Dependable and professional
• Creative and enthusiastic
• A strong communicator
• Passionate about working with children
• A collaborative team player

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Six semester units in Child Development, Education, Recreation, or a related field OR 120 hours of verifiable related experience
• Two years of work or volunteer experience with youth
• Ability to supervise groups of children in recreational and educational settings
• Ability to work afternoons, occasional evenings, school breaks, and special events
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors and lift up to 20 pounds

Available Program Shifts

Minimates

• 8:00 AM–12:30 PM
• 12:30 PM–4:30 PM

Schoolmates

• 1:30 PM–5:00 PM

The Hangout

• 2:00 PM–5:30 PM

Additional hours may be available during school breaks, staff training, and special events.

Recreation Leader Classifications

Recreation Leader I

$17.00–$18.50/hour

• Completion of 11th grade
• Some experience working or volunteering with youth

Recreation Leader II

$18.50–$22.50/hour

• High school diploma or GED
• Two years of experience working with youth

Recreation Leader III

$22.00–$30.00/hour

• Three or more years of progressively responsible youth-program experience
• College coursework in Education, Child Development, Recreation, or related field preferred

Placement within the Recreation Leader series will be based on qualifications and experience.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Selected candidates must successfully complete:

• DOJ Live Scan fingerprint clearance
• Reference and background checks
• Tuberculosis (TB) screening

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Flexible Part-Time Schedule
• Meaningful Youth Development Experience
• Supportive and Fun Team Environment

Join Our Team!

Help create positive, engaging, and memorable experiences for the children and families of Piedmont.

Apply today-we're hiring immediately and accepting applications until positions are filled.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment reference/background check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. All positions require a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.