MYDenver Recreation Instructor

denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

City and County of Denver is seeking MY Denver Youth Instructors to plan and implement organized recreation activities for youth across the MY Denver network. Positions are on-call, part-time, and hourly, with core hours typical Mon-Fri 2:00 pm–7:00 pm and summer shifts earlier.

Work locations are on-site at multiple Denver recreation centers. Ideal candidates have experience with youth programming, Microsoft Office proficiency, and a passion for community outreach.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, HiSET or TASC.
• One year of experience assisting in organized recreation activities.
• CPR and First Aid certification within 6 months of hire.
• Valid driver’s license at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities in five core categories for youth 8–18.
• Respond to emails and manage monthly activity calendars.
• Shop for supplies within a monthly budget.
• Build connections with youth, parents, and staff.
• Attend meetings up to three times monthly; assist with seasonal events.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Youth work

Community outreach

Budgeting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Publisher

Word

Outlook

Job description

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer

This is an on-call position, which means it is a part-time, hourly role. This position will work at least 10 hours per week and no more than 39 hours per week. The starting pay for this position is set at $19.80 per hour and is eligible to enroll in the City and County of Denver's 457b retirement plan. This position is not eligible for other additional benefits. On‑call positions may have routine or variable work schedules. Although these positions are flexible, they are year-round, and instructors will typically work 20-30 hours per week. Core hours for programming typically occur Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. During the summer months (mid-June to mid-August), core hours for programming shift earlier and are typically 11:00 a.m -5:00 p.m. Typical program hours align with local DPS school schedules.

Location

In this position you can expect to work on site at multiple recreation centers around the City and County of Denver.

What You'll Do

Denver Parks and Recreation is seeking MY Denver Youth Instructors to instruct, plan, and implement organized recreation activities and enrichments for youth throughout the MY Denver network of programs. These positions provide an opportunity to make a direct positive impact to enrich the lives of the Denver community's youth, ensuring and participating in fun and engaging programming!

The MY Denver Card provides free access to all Denver's recreation centers for young people, ages 5-18, who are residents of Denver and/or attend Denver Public Schools. MY Denver exists to engage young people in structured drop-in programming through a myriad of learning and social opportunities during out-of-school time. Out-of-school time recreational programming directly contributes to academic and social development, positioning youth for present and future success. MY Denver's focus is to provide safe, supportive, quality opportunities for youth to play, learn, and grow. Activities offered in the recreation center fall into the core programming categories of: Sports & Wellness; Science, Technology, & Education; Urban Arts & Culture, Social Recreation; and Community Engagement.

Job duties and responsibilities of these positions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Use creativity and passion to plan and implement activities in all of the five core categories listed above for youth (ages 8-18)
• Manage administrative time wisely to respond to emails, turn in monthly activity calendars, report attendance, and complete other administrative duties as necessary
• Shop for needed supplies and materials within a monthly budget
• Develop meaningful connections with youth, parents, and recreation center staff
• Conduct outreach events and recruitment within the community, supported by the MY Denver Team, as-needed
• Attend meetings up to three times monthly
• Assist with seasonal programming events as‑needed

What You'll Bring

We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Publisher, Word, and Outlook
• Experience working with youth (ages 8-18)
• Enthusiasm for community outreach and collaboration in an organized program
• Financial savvy for buying and organizing needed supplies and materials within a budget
• Experience in after-school programming for youth

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate
• Experience Requirement: One (1) year of experience in assisting in the operation and instruction of organized recreation activities
• Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements
• License/Certifications: Requires certification in CPR and First Aid within 6 months of date of hire
• Requires a valid driver's license at the time of application. (Employees may be eligible to drive department/city vehicles for transportation and subject to motor vehicle record check and required to pass a city sponsored driver safety training course.)
• Licenses and certifications must be