What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor, Recreation position at City of Wheat Ridge?
Description
Position Summary
Responsible for the instruction of various activities and classes. The incumbent operates within a classroom type environment.
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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Position Responsibilities
- Develop and teach class content appropriate to the course description and level.
- Develop appropriate tools necessary to offer quality programs; provide feedback to class participants and proper instruction in use of support materials.
- Provide a safe environment for all participants; enforce all general building policies if applicable; complete any necessary reports and forms, i.e., Accident Reports, Health Forms, Attendance Records, Supply Requests, etc.
- Attend scheduled meetings as required; responsible for finding a dependable, appropriate substitute upon their absence.
- Responsible for preparation for program activities; prepare lesson plans, organize relative equipment; may be required to set-up and break-down materials used for instruction. Other duties assigned as appropriate by the position.
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Education, Experience, and Requirements
Knowledge
- Principles, practices, and teaching methods and techniques that provide positive motivation.
- Rules, regulations, anatomy, exercise science, related technique, choreography, class format and
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 Infant/Child/Adult CPR, AED and First Aid certifications are required within 45 days of hire
- Therapeutic Swimming: In addition to the above training and experience, must possess WSI Certification or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire. Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
- Sign Language Interpreter: Must have a current Interpreter Certification from a nationally recognized organization such as RID or NAD.
Supplemental Information
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 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.
Use of the Recreation Center along with classes and programs offered at a discounted rate. Regulations apply ask for full program description.
