Recreation Leader – FALL 2026 (Afterschool, Therapeutic Recreation, Cultural Arts) - Recreation & Parks (3279, TEX As-Needed)
City and County of San Francisco
| Company | City and County of San Francisco |
| Category | Education |
| Location | San Francisco |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
Description
Job Description
The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department is seeking applicants for Temporary Exempt As-Needed 3279 Recreation Leader (Levels I, II, and III) for the upcoming Fall Season in the following recreation areas:
• Community Services – Afterschool Program; Therapeutic Recreation
• Cultural Arts – Programming in the Visual, Performing and Digital Arts
• Additional recreation areas may be added at a future date
The Department will determine your level of Recreation Leader based on our operational needs, your experience, and verification of your qualifying experience.
The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to:
Recreation Leader I (Program Assistant): Set up and break down for courses including tables, chairs, audio-visual equipment and other related material and equipment; incorporate core recreation values into the activities in a developmentally appropriate manner; keep equipment, binder, and supplies in order, well maintained, and in the proper location; complete and submit paperwork accurately (timesheets, lesson plans, certifications, materials & supply requests, etcetera).
Recreation Leader II (Program Provider) and Recreation Leader III (Certified Program Provider): Teach age-appropriate skills in a progressive sequence by running organized and well executed classes (e.g. participants not idle or in long lines); account for all participants in program, take attendance regularly and enter into database system, and follow check in/out procedures; plans classes and secures materials and equipment for participants to use.
Distinguishing Features: The Recreation Leader I performs program support, while Recreation Leaders II and III are responsible for direct instruction of recreation programs and activities. Recreation Leader IIIs are responsible for direct instruction of programs and activities that require certification.