Teen Programs Instructor

The Town of Erie's Community Center is looking for our newest team member, to join us as a Teen Programs Instructor. Our teen programs are designed to offer exciting, engaging activities that promote personal growth, leadership, and community involvement. If you have a passion for mentorship and community, this is the perfect role for you!

As the Teen Programs Instructor, you will perform a variety of duties associated with instructing or leading youth and teen recreation program which may include work with teen advisory to town council. Employees at this level provide specialized instruction and program supervision which may include the coordination of schedules and activities in the assigned area.

All staff are expected to adhere to the Town's mission, vision, and values of TRUE.

ANTICIPATED WORK SCHEDULE:

Part-time to include nights and weekends as needed. Schedule may vary depending on program specific needs.

THIS POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED. PLEASE ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION IS COMPLETE FOR CONSIDERATION.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

General Duties

• Performs a variety of duties associated with instructing or leading recreation programs for teens that may include but is not limited to session-based activities, classes, day trips, special events, volunteer opportunities, outdoor recreation, advisory committee, etc.
• Provides a safe, effective, and supportive learning environment for diverse participants with varying skill levels.
• Stays abreast of latest trends and techniques in areas of expertise. Evaluates class effectiveness and recommends new classes or techniques.
• Plans curriculum and conducts individualized or group instruction in areas of expertise.
• Ensures participants are performing activities correctly and safely.
• Uses knowledge and expertise to modify activities for various participant skill levels.
• Sets up and takes down required program equipment.
• Drive Town-owned vehicles to and from destinations while transporting passengers. Operates assigned motor vehicles safely and obeys all applicable traffic laws.
• Ensure vehicle is ready for use including, but not limited to, obtaining keys, filling with gas, and cleaning vehicle/inspecting upon return.
• Ensure passengers adhere to the correct usage of vehicle safety equipment.

Administrative Duties

• Maintains program related records and reports, including accurate class attendance records.
• Provides exceptional guest service to all participants. Responds to information requests, comments and complaints from participants.
• Maintains frequent communications with other staff within the Community Center and Division and reports any issues or concerns with inventory, facility conditions, policies and incidents to supervisory staff as needed.
• Ensures the safety of guests and program participants by enforcing all rules and policies with staff and guests.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and trainings.
• May be considered as a subject expert for area of specialization and may train other staff on specific knowledge.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One-year customer service, recreation or related experience preferred.

A combination of education and experience may be considered.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS

• Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid and AED certification within 3 months of hire
• Valid vehicle operator's license and satisfactory driving record

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Knowledge of: To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate exceptional leadership and communication skills and must possess expert knowledge of the principles, practices, trends and methods of recreational operations and programming in a community setting. Knowledge of guidelines and regulations related to Department, Town, County, State, and Federal policies and procedures also required.

Skills in: Initiative and decision-making; verbal and written communication; supervision, leadership, and interpersonal relationships; basic financial methods of recreational programming; outstanding customer service to a diverse population; administrative functions; time management, meeting deadlines, responding to internal and external requests in a timely manner; the use of standard office equipment, computers, and various software programs; positive and professional working relationships with all Town staff and the community; conflict resolution; handling controversial issues; comprehending instruction, correspondence, and policies and procedures; problem solving; remaining composed in emergency situations and working effectively under stressful circumstances; performing CPR, First Aid, and AED to level of certification.

Environmental Factors:

Work is performed in a standard recreational facility environment. Work may involve competing demands and performing multiple tasks.

Physical Factors:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand for extended periods of time and occasionally lift storage boxes and equipment of 20lbs or more.

BENEFITS:

All Part-Time employees receive the following benefits:

• Free membership to the Erie Community Center
• Access to the Town's Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Colorado Sick Leave (1 hour of accrued, paid leave per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year)
• Childcare benefits, including 10% discount to any KinderCare location in Colorado

Eligible part-time employees may participate in the following additional benefits:

• Robust Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Plans
• Employee Discount Program through Benefits Hub
• Employer sponsored wellness program, including employee-based fitness classes

EEOC: The Town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct, which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual's work performance or creating a severe, intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment. This provision applies to all employees, including directors, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as residents, members of all boards and task force groups, contractors, vendors, consultants, etc.