Instructor I Special Populations Program Support Staff - Seasonal

Job Summary

Aids in teaching programs aimed at the education of youth and/or adults through various Parks and Recreation activities, including beginner sports, dance classes, homeschool physical education, cheerleading, tumbling, and activities for individuals with special needs.

Job Duties

• Teaches a program based on the lesson plan provided by MPRD Staff or the Instructor II.
• Notifies, instructs, and corrects participant behavior that does not comply with program rules in a fair, timely, and polite manner.
• Communicates effectively with students, parents, and coworkers, both verbally and in writing.
• Performs facility opening/closing responsibilities as directed.
• Maintains cooperative professional relationships with colleagues and the community.
• Provides basic first aid for minor injuries that may occur during supervision.
• Displays a strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Delivers excellent customer service and embodies the department's mission.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Preferred knowledge and skills include experience or interest in teaching participants aged 3 to 18 years old, knowledge of applicable areas of responsibility, and experience with sports, game rules, and dance styles/techniques.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Work facilities include Anthony and Eisenhower Recreation Centers, Douglass Activity Center, Eisenhower Baseball Fields, and Manhattan High School East Campus.
• Weeknights and weekend mornings are common work days.
• Noise and activity levels vary.
• Requires standing, walking, sitting, using hands, handling objects, feeling, speaking, hearing, climbing stairs, pushing, pulling, or lifting up to 50 pounds.

Other Information

This is a seasonal position not covered by KPERS. The City of Manhattan is committed to equal opportunity and values diversity in its workforce. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.