What are the responsibilities and job description for the RECREATION LEADER - REPOST position at Chicago Park District?
Title: Recreation Leader
Budgeted hours up to 15 hours Per Week
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS
Under direct supervision, provides assistance to staff in planning and conducting cultural and recreational activities. Performs related duties as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Assists in planning, scheduling and conducting tournaments and leagues. Supervises recreation activities and functions as an official where necessary. Spots for tumbling and gymnastics, performs demonstrations and leads small groups in drills and agility exercises. Supervises unorganized play and athletic activity at Chicago Park District facilities and encourages and enforces standards, Issues, collects and maintains recreational equipment supplied for public use. Assists the regular staff in conducting simple arts, crafts, music, physical and other recreational activities. Assists in the operation of game rooms and day camp activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Training and Experience: Graduation from high school or an equivalent certification (GED) is required but may be waived for seasonal employees that are deferred through special hiring programs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Basic knowledge of competitive sports (i.e. basketball, baseball, track, etc.), techniques. Effective oral communication skills. Ability to enforce safety rules. Ability to lead physical, recreational and leisure activities.
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Budgeted hours up to 15 hours Per Week
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS
Under direct supervision, provides assistance to staff in planning and conducting cultural and recreational activities. Performs related duties as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Assists in planning, scheduling and conducting tournaments and leagues. Supervises recreation activities and functions as an official where necessary. Spots for tumbling and gymnastics, performs demonstrations and leads small groups in drills and agility exercises. Supervises unorganized play and athletic activity at Chicago Park District facilities and encourages and enforces standards, Issues, collects and maintains recreational equipment supplied for public use. Assists the regular staff in conducting simple arts, crafts, music, physical and other recreational activities. Assists in the operation of game rooms and day camp activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Training and Experience: Graduation from high school or an equivalent certification (GED) is required but may be waived for seasonal employees that are deferred through special hiring programs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Basic knowledge of competitive sports (i.e. basketball, baseball, track, etc.), techniques. Effective oral communication skills. Ability to enforce safety rules. Ability to lead physical, recreational and leisure activities.
'49870
