Sports Instructor I & II (Adult) - Pickleball

South Suburban Park and Recreation District; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Sports Instructors for a dynamic role in teaching Pickleball. Ideal candidates will have a passion for sports and the ability to engage with participants of all ages. This part-time position offers flexible scheduling and the chance to work in a supportive environment dedicated to fostering healthy living through recreational services. Join a team that values your contributions and provides opportunities for professional growth while making a positive impact in the community. If you are ready to inspire the next generation of athletes, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

FREE use of District fitness centers

Discounts on recreation classes

Paid sick leave

Opportunities for training and promotion

Flexible schedules

Qualifications

• General knowledge of assigned sport including rules and regulations.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and instruct assigned athletics programs.
• Develop lesson plans and assess skill levels.

Skills

Knowledge of sports rules

Ability to handle criticism

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Experience in athletics or coaching

Job description

Sports Instructor I & II (Adult) - Pickleball

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Job Description

Sports Instructor I & II Part-Time

Application Closing Deadline: Ongoing/Open.

This is an ongoing recruitment process, with no specific closing date. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

$15.70 - $22.75 per hour

If you have a passion for sports, want to work with a dynamic team, are high energy, and want to help the next generation learn, then the Sports Instructor position is for you! This position is responsible for the supervision and instruction of assigned athletics programs. The Sports Instructor will develop lesson plans and evaluate and assess skill level and progress of all participants. This position may require shifts ranging from morning to evening hours.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Will have general knowledge of assigned sport including rules and regulations.
• Will understand how the game is played including the principles, practice, and techniques used in recreational sporting events.
• Will have the ability to make proper calls on command and the ability to accept criticism.
• Has the ability to handle participants, team managers and/or coaches under difficult game situations.
• Capable of establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with fellow employees, various community organizations, and the public.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Sports Instructor I -$15.70 - $20.20

• Must be at least sixteen (18) years of age.
• No experience necessary. Must be able and willing to follow instructions of provided lesson plans, remain engaged with participants and willing to learn fundamentals of assigned sport.
• Prefer at least 1 year of experience in assigned sport area through athletics, teaching, coaching or competitions.
  
  

Sports Instructor II- $17.85 - $22.75

• Must be at least sixteen (18) years of age.
• Must have at least three (3) years of previous experience in assigned area of structured programming. Experience may be achieved through athletics, teaching, coaching and/or competing in assigned field.
  
  

The job description above covers the main duties of this position. Please note, as a team member, there may be additional responsibilities that are required to meet ongoing needs of the department.

Employee Benefits & Perks at South Suburban

• FREE use of District fitness centers and swimming pools
• Discounts on recreation classes and golf (applicable to employees working 14+ hours/week)
• Paid sick leave
• Opportunities for training and promotion from within
• Flexible schedules
• To view a complete listing of the Districts most current benefit package, please visithttp://careers.ssprd.org
  
  

About Us

Our mission is to foster healthy living through stewardship of the environment, parks, trails, and open space by providing recreational services and programs.

We serve residents in Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Centennial west of I-25, Littleton, Lone Tree and Sheridan and unincorporated portions of Douglas, Jefferson and Arapahoe counties. We operate four full-service recreation centers, golf courses, outdoor pools and restaurants, two ice centers and miniature golf courses, a botanical garden event center, a BMX track, a sports dome, batting cages, an entertainment center, a hotel and a nature center. In addition, we maintain nearly 3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119 multi-purpose athletic fields, more than 100 parks, nearly 80 miles of trails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre South Platte Park.

Required Experience

Keyword: Sports Instructor, Pickleball

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Recreational Facilities

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