What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor, Racquet Sports position at City of Wheat Ridge?
Position Summary
Responsible for the instruction of Racquet Sports classes.
All team members are expected to adhere to the organizational values of ACTION! (Accountability, Change, Teamwork, Integrity, Opportunity, Now!) and are responsible for contributing to the achievements of the organization and department. Team members are expected to continue to grow professionally and to apply learning in their job setting.
Position Responsibilities
Develop and teach class content appropriate to the course description and level.
Develop appropriate tools necessary to offer quality.
Provide feedback to class participants and proper instruction in use of support materials.
Monitor participants and their ability to participate as well as attire to properly perform, i.e., shoes, etc.
Provide a safe environment for all participants and enforce all general building policies.
Complete any necessary reports and forms, i.e., Accident Reports, Health Forms, Attendance Records, Supply Requests, etc.
Responsible for preparation for program activities, preparing lesson plans, organizing relative equipment and may be required to set-up and break-down materials used for instruction.
Attend meetings as required and is responsible for finding a dependable, appropriate substitute upon their absence or contacting all participants.
Other duties assigned as appropriate by the position.
Education, Experience, and Requirements
Knowledge
Principles, practices, and teaching methods and techniques that provide positive motivation.
Rules, regulations, anatomy, exercise science, related technique, class format and injury prevention.
Skills
Public relations
Operation of necessary equipment
Must be versatile in all developmental stages.
Abilities
Plan, instruct, and supervise the assigned class and control large groups of people
Follow instructions, remain current on the trends of the industry, and communicate effectively to the participants
Analyze situations quickly and determine proper courses of action to be taken and work with little or no supervision.
Analyze and correct facility safety hazards, engage in injury prevention and learn and adhere to the facility emergency procedures.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Evidence Of Qualifications
1 year of experience is preferred, but not necessary with relevant education and/or certifications.
American Red Cross or American Heart Association Child/Adult CPR and First Aid certifications required.
Supplemental Information
Supervision Received
Works under direct supervision of assigned Recreation Coordinator and general supervision of assigned Recreation Supervisor and indirect supervision of assigned full-time staff.
Supervision Exercised
None
Supplemental Information
Pre-Employment Requirements
Employment is contingent upon your successful completion of the City of Wheat Ridge’s pre-employment screening process, including criminal background and reference check.
Independence Of Action
Work is performed in accordance with standard practice and methods requiring initiative to complete recurring assignments independently and judgment to determine which of many methods are applicable in any given situation. Finished work is reviewed for accuracy, quality and completeness. Unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor.
General Information
Working Conditions/Physical and Mental Effort
Performed in an outdoor or indoor setting where incumbent may be subject to noise and distraction; requires extended periods of hearing and speaking in a loud voice for up to an hour at a time; requires public relations skills in handling concerns and complaints; entails working closely with others and working with little to no supervision; requires excellent organizational/time management skills. Requires muscular exertion and/or physical strain and frequent concentration on an activity where the flow of work is intermittent or the operation involves little attention or checking; requires ability to use walk, hands to fingers, reach, climb, bend, stoop, crouch and occasionally lift objects weighing less than 24 lbs.
Equipment Used
All equipment available and necessary to teach and instruct in area of expertise in addition to use of a telephone, copier, and other office equipment to adhere to required policies/procedures.
It is the policy of the City of Wheat Ridge not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or municipal law unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification. The City of Wheat Ridge will consider reasonable accommodations for employment to qualified applicants upon request to the Human Resources Office.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.
Salary : $22 - $24
