Teen Leadership & Recreation Instructor

City of Kirkland, WA; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kirkland in Kirkland, WA is seeking a Program Instructor II to promote physical activity, social interaction, and wellbeing for teenagers aged 11-18; responsibilities include transporting teens to the Kirkland Teen Union Building and offsite locations, leading lunchtime tabling at area schools, and coordinating recreation activities with staff.

The role requires strong communication, reliability, and a desire to mentor youth; candidates must meet driving, background check, and licensing

Qualifications

• Patience and empathy.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to interact courteously and professionally with the public.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Demonstrated good judgment in problem solving and responding to customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide after school transportation for teenagers from two local middle schools to the Kirkland Teen Union Building.
• Transports teenagers to offsite excursions and facilitates recreation programs and activities that foster personal growth, leadership skills, and self-esteem among teenagers.
• Assist with outreach and engagement in community spaces, events, and schools.
• Provide mentorship and support for teenagers as they develop life skills and social abilities.
• Supervise Program Instructor I's and Recreation Attendants as needed.

Skills

Patience & empathy

Good communication

Professional conduct

Teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

City of Kirkland in Kirkland, WA is seeking a Program Instructor II to promote physical activity, social interaction, and wellbeing for teenagers aged 11-18; responsibilities include transporting teens to the Kirkland Teen Union Building and offsite locations, leading lunchtime tabling at area schools, and coordinating recreation activities with staff.

The role requires strong communication, reliability, and a desire to mentor youth; candidates must meet driving, background check, and licensing