Senior Recreation Activities Instructor (Part-Time)

City of Lakewood, CO; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Lakewood, CO is seeking a Variable Recreation Older Adult Instructor for part-time seasonal duties, focusing on programs for adults 55+. You will instruct activities such as arts, social games, and entertainment under supervision.

Responsibilities include leading group activities, ensuring participant safety, and upholding city policies. The role requires 18+ and background check; CPR/First Aid may be obtained within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience working or assisting with adults 55 and older.
• Experience leading or assisting with recreation programs/activities.
• Experience leading or assisting groups of varying sizes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and participants.
• Ability to solve practical problems in a variety of situations.
• Ability to interpret and understand instructions, both written and oral.
• Ability to interact with participants in an appropriate manner.
• Ability to give clear verbal direction to groups of various sizes.
• Ability to deal effectively with emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
• Background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead small and large group activities for participants during scheduled times.
• Ensure the health, well-being and safety of all participants and staff.
• Be attentive to the physical, social and emotional needs of the participants.
• Maintain an enthusiastic attitude and serve as a role model for positive and appropriate behavior.
• Abide by and enforce City of Lakewood's policies and procedures.
• Maintain the cleanliness of all areas and facilities used by participants and staff on a daily basis.

Skills

18+ years

Experience with older adults 55+

Recreation program leadership

Group leadership

Interpersonal relationships

Problem solving

Oral/written communication

Emergency response

Clear verbal direction

Background check required

Education

High school/College

Class format experience

Tools

CPR/First Aid training

Job description

City of Lakewood, CO is seeking a Variable Recreation Older Adult Instructor for part-time seasonal duties, focusing on programs for adults 55+. You will instruct activities such as arts, social games, and entertainment under supervision.

Responsibilities include leading group activities, ensuring participant safety, and upholding city policies. The role requires 18+ and background check; CPR/First Aid may be obtained within 6 months.