Outdoor Recreation Instructor

Roanoke County, VA; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Roanoke County, VA seeks an instructor to lead seasonal/occasional recreation classes at Explore Park, Camp Roanoke and other county sites. The role requires teaching groups, ensuring engagement and safety while fostering a welcoming atmosphere.

You will stay current with recreation trends, manage schedules, and coordinate equipment. A flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays is expected; minimum age is 16.

Qualifications

• Education or training in the assigned area of programming and instruction.
• Some experience in teaching/instructing groups.
• Preferred: three (3) or more years of experience teaching/instructing classes.

Responsibilities

• Teaches group classes for designated subject or program.
• Ensures all class participants are engaged and the class meets standards.
• Motivates participants to accomplish goals and return for more classes.
• Interacts with members, guests, and staff to foster a welcoming atmosphere.
• Stays current on recreation trends and their influence on programming.
• Starts/ends classes on time and returns equipment properly.
• Recommends new or replacement equipment for areas.
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with staff, contractors, customers, and the public.

Skills

Group instruction principles

Verbal & written communication

Planning & scheduling

Relationship management

Community recreation needs awareness

Education

Education in programming/instruction

Job 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)

• 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.

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