Recreation Instructor I or II - Casper Recreation Center

Class Summary

Class Summary
Class Summary Assigned to: Casper Recreation Center
Seeking Instructors who are passionate about teaching for various programs: Archery, Dance, Fitness, Martial Arts, Kickboxing, Art, and more programs
Will hire at the appropriate level based on experience.

About the Role

Recreation Instructor II - $20.44 - $27.60 Hourly
Incumbents are responsible for instructing a class offered by the Recreation Division in a program area of special interest.
Reporting Structure
Receives direction from assigned supervisor or higher-level supervisory staff.

Essential Duties

• Plans, instructs, and supervises participants in a specialized class or program in areas such as dance, arts and crafts, ice skating, fitness, martial arts, or sports.
• Maintains appropriate attendance and class records.
• Prepares a class summary for assigned classes or programs.
• Prepares instructional materials and supply list for assigned classes or programs.
• Explains and demonstrates activity techniques to all class or program participants.
• Maintains a safe environment for participants.
• Provides general customer service and communicates with the public regarding fees, policies, rules and general information about the facility or event.
• Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge

• Customer service principles.
• Technical fundamentals of a specialized class or program in areas such as athletics, cultural arts, dance, arts and crafts, ice skating, fitness, martial arts, sports, etc., appropriate for various age groups.
• Teaching principles.
• Basic first aid.

Abilities

• Work a variety of shifts including weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
• Work independently.
• Routinely demonstrate the City of Casper core values.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Be flexible with assignments which may change.
• Create and implement lesson plans.
• Respond calmly in high stress situations.
• Teach diverse groups of people.
• Explain, demonstrate, and clarify information to others.
• Plan, organize, and instruct a specialized class or program.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and direction.
• Follow all City safety rules and procedures and immediately report all accidents/incidents or unsafe conditions to a supervisor.

Skills

• Customer service.
• Class instruction in a specialized area of expertise.
• Class time management.
• Leading, motivating, and training program participants.
• Demonstrating patience.
• Operating in a courteous, knowledgeable and tactful manner with customers, staff and the general public.
• Oral and written communication sufficient to exchange or convey information and receive work direction.
• Training, Experience & Certifications

Experience & Certifications

• LEVEL I - EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: Must be at least 16 years of age. Minimum of six months experience in a specialized class or program such as dance, arts and crafts, ice skating, fitness, martial arts, sports, etc. preferred.
• LEVEL I - LICENSING And CERTIFICATION: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications within six (6) months of hire preferred.
• LEVEL II - EDUCATION And EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) preferred Must be at least 18 years of age. Minimum of two years of experience in a specialized class or program such as dance, arts and crafts, ice skating, fitness, martial arts, sports, etc. preferred.
• LEVEL II - LICENSING And CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications within six (6) months of hire preferred. Certification in special area of instruction relating to dance, arts and crafts, ice skating, fitness, martial arts, sports, etc. or a professional level of experience within specialized area.