Outdoor Recreation Instructor

Roanoke County, Virginia; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Roanoke County, Virginia is seeking a seasonal/occasional instructor to lead recreation programs at Explore Park, Camp Roanoke and other county destinations. The role involves teaching group classes, maintaining safety, and engaging participants with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include scheduling, equipment management, and staying current with recreation trends. Applicants should have education or training in programming and experience teaching groups; CPR/First Aid/AED preferred; age

Qualifications

• Education or training in the assigned area of programming and instruction.
• Some experience in teaching/instructing groups.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches group classes for designated subject or program.
• Ensures participants are engaged and class adheres to standards.
• Motivates participants to accomplish goals and continue classes.
• Interacts with members, guests, and center staff to model an inviting atmosphere.
• Stays current on recreation trends affecting programming area.
• Starts and ends classes on time and returns equipment to proper location.
• Recommends new 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.
• Participates in meetings to stay informed about facility issues.

Skills

Group instruction

Effective communication

Schedule coordination

Education

Education or training in programming/instruction

CPR

First Aid & AED certification

Job description

General Description

Serves as an instructor on a seasonal/occasional, contractual or 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.

• Location of work: Explore Park, Camp Roanoke, Roanoke County parks and regional outdoor recreation destinations
• Shift Hours and/or Days Worked: Varies seasonally
• Hours Required for this position: 2-8 hours per week (hours dependent on volume of program offerings)

Essential Job Functions

• Teaches group classes for designated subject or program.
• Ensures that all the participants in the class are engaged in the class and that the class abides by established standards.
• Motivates all class participants to accomplish their goals and keep coming to the classes.
• 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: Education or training in the assigned area of programming and instruction.

Experience

Required: Some experience in teaching/instructing groups. Preferred: Three (3) or more years of experience teaching/instructing classes.

Certifications/Licenses

Preferred: 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.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, may be required to 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 16.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None