REC - Program Instructor, Enrichment

Under the leadership of the Recreation Coordinator, this position implements program-specific curriculum and leads/facilitates youth enrichment programs.  Assigned programs will depend on scheduling needs and employee experience and may include  arts, music, dance, etc.

Dates and hours needed:Summer months with the possibility of continuing into the fall season and beyond.  Schedule varies based on program needs and applicant’s availability and qualifications.  Option to work multiple program areas for 20 hours/week. 
 
Starting wage - $12.00 -$20.00 per hour based on experience and education:
Program Instructor I:  $12-$14/hr. – Some applicable experience, 2 years or less 
Program Instructor II: $15-$20/hr. – High school diploma & 1 years applicable experience and/or college education

Experience/Education Must be 16 years of age or older Minimum of 1 years of working with youth/adults in a childcare/recreation setting required Previous instruction or coaching experience preferred Completed coursework in Early Childhood Education, Elementary or Secondary Education, Recreation or Sports Management or related coursework preferred, but not required. Knowledge Knowledge of appropriate classroom management and instruction methods Knowledge of standard safety practices Skill/Ability Ability and willingness to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions Ability and willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members, supervisor(s) and the public, and to deal with them in a courteous and tactful manner Strong oral communication skills Ability and willingness to maintain a safe and positive learning environment Ability and willingness to supervise and maintain control of participants in a group and/or 1-on-1 setting Ability and willingness to keep accurate records and complete any necessary paperwork

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, talk, hear, read and write. This position frequently requires an employee to walk or bend. He/she may periodically need to reach, stoop, crouch, or kneel. The employee may be asked to clean, pick up, put away, and lift/carry and/or move equipment weighing approximately 10 - 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus. Tools and Equipment Used Equipment is specific to the program being taught First Aid Supplies SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF WORK: Work Environment Must work well with others Must communicate well with others Inside and outside work with exposure to the weather Noisy environment

Salary : $12 - $20