Recreation Instructor/Coach-Swim Lessons (PT)

Job Summary

Under general supervision, this position plans, instructs, and supervises a variety of recreational programs, including youth sports, therapeutic activities, swimming, and enrichment classes. This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate in pre-employment and random drug testing under Town’s policies.

About the Role

• Implements lesson plans and practice schedules for youth sports, enrichment classes, therapeutic recreation, and other recreational programs.
• Instructs participants in program activities, ensuring each session is age-appropriate, safe, and enjoyable.
• Safeguards inclusive programming by adapting activities and providing one-on-one assistance for participants with disabilities, as well as working directly with seniors in therapeutic recreation.
• Fosters an inclusive, supportive, and positive environment, models sportsmanship, teamwork, and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Performs safety and maintenance checks on equipment and facilities, coordinates setup, cleanup, and inventory management as needed.
• Acts as the primary on-site contact for participants, parents and/or guardians, keeping them informed about program goals, and participant progress.
• Assesses participant skill levels, monitors progress and provides constructive feedback.
• Ensures compliance with health, safety, and sanitation guidelines; responds to emergency situations, provides first aid, and completes required incident reports when necessary.
• Affords assistance in planning and executing events, such as swim meets, practices, and seasonal activities; organizes event logistics, prepares participants, and coordinates with staff and external agencies when applicable.

Requirements

• Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.
• One (1) year of relevant experience teaching, coaching, or recreational programming is preferred.
• Possession of or the ability to obtain a CPR and First Aid certification within thirty (30) days of hire.
• Current Swim Instruction certification is required for Swim Coach and CARA Swim Coach positions.
• Completion of concussion recognition training within ninety (90) days of hire and the ability to renew annually for Youth Sports Coach position.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age for Youth Programs Instructor position.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of relevant town, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies.
• Knowledge of coaching techniques, safety practices, and recreational programming.
• Knowledge of municipal recreation principles and practices.
• Knowledge of recreation center equipment and facilities.
• Skills in verbal and written communication.
• Skills in the use of computers and relevant software for communication and program management.
• Skills in the supervision of program participants.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups, including children, parents, and staff.
• Ability to organize and teach program curriculum in a progression allowing learning and growth from program participants.
• Ability to demonstrate and explain activities through verbal and physical instruction.
• Ability to perform rescues, administer first aid, and remain attentive during aquatics activities.
• Ability to provide a positive, enthusiastic customer service attitude towards all patrons.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least sixteen (16) years of age.
• One (1) year of relevant experience teaching, coaching, or recreational programming.
• Current Swim Instruction certification.
• Completion of concussion recognition training.
• At least eighteen (18) years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Physical Demands

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, talking, handling, feeling or operating objects, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Regular swimming for Swim Coach and CARA Swim Coach positions.
• Regular ice skating for Ice Skating Instructor position.
• Occasional reaching with hands and arms, climbing and balancing.
• Moderate physical activity with heavy lifting, up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Closed and distance vision acuity and the ability to adjust focus, allowing a broad field of vision.
• Hearing abilities necessary to maintain a safe, responsive environment, particularly in outdoor or noisy recreational settings.
• Exposure to extreme cold or heat and wetness/humidity.
• The noise level is usually high and may range from moderate to extreme.
• The employee may occasionally work with or around hazardous items or hazardous conditions such as mechanical equipment, electrical equipment, chemicals, or radiant energy.

Employment Standards

• Knowledge of relevant town, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies.
• Knowledge of coaching techniques, safety practices, and recreational programming.
• Knowledge of municipal recreation principles and practices.
• Knowledge of recreation center equipment and facilities.
• Skills in verbal and written communication.
• Skills in the use of computers and relevant software for communication and program management.
• Skills in the supervision of program participants.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups, including children, parents, and staff.
• Ability to organize and teach program curriculum in a progression allowing learning and growth from program participants.
• Ability to demonstrate and explain activities through verbal and physical instruction.
• Ability to perform rescues, administer first aid, and remain attentive during aquatics activities.
• Ability to provide a positive, enthusiastic customer service attitude towards all patrons.

Additional Information

Click HERE to learn more about joining our team! The Town of Parker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please contact jobs@parkeronline.org with questions regarding this position. Hiring range: $19.10 - $20.88 Hourly Full Range: $19.10-$24.20 Hourly