Salary
$13.00 Hourly
Location
Roanoke, VA
Job Type
Part Time
Job Number
201003157
Department
Parks, Rec & Tour - Recreation
Opening Date
04/19/2024
Closing Date
5/19/2024 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION Serves as summer day camp staff on a seasonal, hourly basis. Maintains a safe and controlled atmosphere to ensure a high quality program that meets the standards of the department. Leads a series of recreation programs in diverse areas with minimal supervision. Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Recreation staff. Performs other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Leads group classes for designated subject or program.
• Ensures that all the participants in the program are engaged in the activities and that the participants abide by established standards.
• Motivates all program participants to accomplish their goals and continue attendance.
• Interacts spontaneously with members, guests, and center staff at any given time in the facility to model a personal and inviting atmosphere for the facility.
• Stays current on recreation trends and how they may influence or affect assigned programming area.
• Starts and ends classes on time and returns all equipment to proper location.
• Recommends new and/or replacement equipment for areas.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, contractors, customers, and the general public.
• Fosters a team environment through daily work habits and a positive attitude.
• Actively participate in meetings to keep informed of facility issues and information.
REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES Education
Required : High School diploma or equivalent. Education or training in the assigned area of programming and instruction.
Experience
Required : Two (2) or more years experience teaching/instructing groups of children.
Preferred :  Three (3) or more years of experience teaching/instructing groups of children.
Certifications/Licenses
Required : Valid Virginia driver's license with good driving record.
Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of group instruction.
• Knowledge of community recreation program needs.
• Knowledge of standard safety practices for recreation program assigned.
• Ability to plan, schedule and coordinate group recreation classes.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers and the general public.
• Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing, to wide variety of staff and customers.
Additional Requirements
Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results. Good physical condition. Following a conditional offer of employment, must pass a post offer physical examination. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and some holidays. Minimum age 18.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
OTHER INFORMATION