Community Recreation Instructor (Adaptive Programming)

City-of-Dublin,-Ohi; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

OPERS enrollment and contributions

PSLF eligibility

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounts on classes and textbooks at

Uniforms provided

Career mapping and growth

Job summary

The City of Dublin is seeking Adaptive Recreation Instructors to implement inclusive programs for residents with special needs in Dublin, Ohio. You will work with the Adaptive Recreation Coordinator to adapt activities, ensure safety, and create a positive, memorable experience for participants.

Typical hours are 2–10 per week, with evenings and some weekends. Emphasis on teamwork, communication, and safety, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with a wide range of special needs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stay active during program time.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Implement developmentally appropriate activities for adaptive recreation offerings.
• Organize supplies, materials, and equipment for programs.
• Lead, instruct, demonstrate, and supervise activities.
• Adapt activities to meet participant needs.
• Ensure safety by enforcing policies and maintaining clean activity areas.
• Collaborate with the Adaptive Recreation Coordinator on accommodations and issue resolution.
• Communicate effectively with participants and coordinator before, during, and after each program.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Interpersonal savvy

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Education

College/university degree in Education or related field

Tools

Certification management

Job description

Are you interested in rewarding and exciting work that will directly benefit the Dublin community?

Adaptive Recreation Instructors collaborate with the Adaptive Recreation Coordinator to organize and implement inclusive programs, classes and events for Dublin community members of all ages with special needs.

In addition, Adaptive Recreation Instructors may collaborate in determining appropriate accommodations needed for individuals with special needs to participate in traditional recreation programs, classes and events.

We are looking for responsible and enthusiastic individuals to help us facilitate a safe, fun and inclusive environment for adaptive recreation participants to create memories that last a lifetime!

Availability/Scheduling

• Must be available to work in-person in Dublin, Ohio (no remote opportunities at this time)
• Adaptive Recreation Instructors typically work 2-10 hours per week, depending on program needs
• Program hours typically include evenings and some weekends
• Scheduling is flexible based on instructor availability

Beyond the Paycheck

• Refer a Friend Bonus Program ($100 per successful employee referral)
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS) enrollment and contributions
• Potential Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 20% discount on classes and free textbooks at Franklin University
• DUBLIN R3 offering incentives such as individual membership to the Dublin Community Recreation Center (DCRC) and employee recognition/appreciation events
• The City maintains the cost of team member certifications and training time is paid ($40.00-$100.00 value). All certifications achieved belong to the team member.
• Discounted/free employee participation in select City events (Memorial Golf Tournament, Dublin Irish Festival, etc.)
• Uniforms provided
• Career mapping and growth opportunities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Implement developmentally appropriate activities for adaptive recreation program offerings.
• Organize necessary supplies, materials, and equipment for programs and activities.
• Lead, instruct, demonstrate, and supervise program activities as assigned.
• Adapt recreational activities to meet participant needs.
• Ensure participant safety by enforcing safety policies and procedures and maintaining clean and safe activity areas throughout all program durations.
• Collaborate with the Adaptive Recreation Coordinator to determine accommodations needed for participation in recreation programs and to help resolve issues with participants prior to, during, and at the conclusion of seasonal programs.
• Communicate effectively with the Adaptive Recreation Coordinator and program participants prior to, during, and at the conclusion of each seasonal program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Knowledge of and experience working with individuals with a wide range of special needs.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Possession of current American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 60 days of employment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and remain active and on your feet for length of program time.

Preferred Qualifications

• College/university degree or work experience in Education, Special Education, Adaptive Recreation, or related field.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience needed for this position.

Interpersonal Savvy:

Relates well to all kinds of people – up, down and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds rapport, build constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high‑tension situations comfortably.

Organizing:

Can marshal resources (people, funding, material, and support) to get things done; can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; uses resources effectively and efficiently; arranges information and files in a useful manner.

Patience:

Is tolerant with people and processes; listens and checks before acting; tries to understand the people and the data before making judgments and acting; waits for others to catch up before acting; sensitive to due process and proper pacing; follows established process.

Planning:

Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; sets objectives and goals; breaks down work into the process steps; develops schedules and task/people assignments; anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks; measures performance against goals; evaluates results.

Supplemental Information

All positions within this job classification have been designated as Casual in nature and all employees serving in such positions are considered to be Casual Employees. Casual employees serve strictly at the pleasure of the City and their employment may be terminated at any time for any reason, with or without cause.

THE CITY OF DUBLIN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER