Seasonal Therapeutic Recreation Instructor

Austin, Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department seeks a Seasonal – Activity Programs Instructor to develop and implement adaptive recreational programs across multiple City facilities. You will coach activities, ensure safety, and tailor classes to diverse abilities and ages while coordinating with partners and managing equipment and logistics.

Ideal candidates have experience with adapted recreation, youth programming, and may be bilingual (English/Spanish).

Qualifications

• Experience implementing adapted recreational activities for participants with disabilities.
• Experience working with youth and teens in recreation programs.
• Preferred bilingual ability (English and Spanish) or English plus another language.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements citywide recreational programs and events for various facilities.
• Coaches and officiates activities; ensures safety rules are followed.
• Adapts classes for participants with varying abilities and ages; manages class flow and equipment.

Skills

Adaptive recreation

Youth programming

Bilingual: English/Spanish

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department seeks a Seasonal – Activity Programs Instructor to develop and implement adaptive recreational programs across multiple City facilities. You will coach activities, ensure safety, and tailor classes to diverse abilities and ages while coordinating with partners and managing equipment and logistics.

Ideal candidates have experience with adapted recreation, youth programming, and may be bilingual (English/Spanish).