Youth Sports Instructor

Frederick County Government, Maryland; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Frederick County Department of Parks & Recreation is hiring a Youth Sports Instructor to teach sports skills to children aged 2 1/2 to 11 years. This part-time role offers opportunities to develop lesson plans, engage with young participants, and enhance the community's recreational programs. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of sports, effective communication skills, and a certification in First Aid and CPR.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 years at time of hire.
• Current certification in Community First Aid and CPR, or ability to become certified.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate and execute lesson plans.
• Teach and demonstrate sports skills.
• Maintain attendance and records for each class.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teaching

Sports knowledge

Education

Basic knowledge of sporting activities and rules of play

Job description

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JOB INFORMATION

The Frederick County Division of Parks & Recreation is committed to the highest level of care of our natural and historic resources while making the park facilities and recreational programs available to all. We believe that the benefits of parks & recreation are far reaching and vital to each and every individual, family, and community in Frederick County.

The Recreation Department seeks to enhance the quality of life of county residents by providing innovative activities and programs that meet the recreational needs of Frederick County communities. We encourage participation in a variety of recreational opportunities that foster enjoyment and lifelong learning. http://www.recreater.com/

Positions Details

Non-exempt; part-time; up to 6-20 hours per week; weekday daytime and/or evening hours during 6-week program sessions, with occasional weekend sessions; no-benefits

Instructors will teach a variety of structured sports skills and techniques (beginner through advanced) to individuals 2 1/2 years to 11 years old. Sports include but not limited to; basketball, flag-football, floor hockey, golf, pickleball, t-ball, soccer, multi sports, tennis and volleyball. Class sessions are located at various Frederick County schools, Recreation Centers, and parks. Location, schedule and duration of each class/program will be determined as appropriate. Necessary equipment will be provided by the Division of Parks and Recreation. Supervision is received from the Recreation Specialist.

Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate and execute lesson plans and course outlines
• Assure the return and condition of issued equipment and supplies
• Compile and maintain record-keeping related to each class (e.g. attendance)
• Teach and demonstrate sports skills and techniques
• Communicate effectively with age appropriate language
• Perform other related duties as required
  
  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications And Requirements

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Minimum age 16 years at time of hire
• Basic knowledge of sporting activities and rules of play
• Current certification in Community First Aid and CPR, or the ability to become certified before the program begins (certification must be maintained throughout employment)
  
  

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to effectively prepare and carry out lesson plans (as appropriate)
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working/teaching relationships with co-workers, participants and their family members; school personnel and the general public
• Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills in order to conduct classes and perform related record-keeping
• Ability to effectively lead and supervise large groups in recreational activities
  
  

Preference May Be Given For

• Experience providing sports instruction in a leadership role to youth
• Sports coaching certification(s) or licenses
  
  

Physical Requirement And Working Conditions

• Physical requirements include the ability to actively participate in sports as part of the instruction process
  
  

Additional Information / Examination Process

• Ability to provide own transportation as needed
  
  

EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include)

• Evaluation of training and experience
• One or more interviews
• A pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation
  
  

Position is not eligible to receive benefits with exception to the 457 Plan as listed below.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation

The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement now and pay taxes later by contributing a portion of their salaries pre-tax to the plan. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.

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Your application, which includes any associated supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly articulate the required work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. Your application may be considered incomplete if vague descriptions of experience are included or if you cite experience in your supplemental question response that is not included on the Work History section of this application. When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience based on the information submitted, or if you state "see resume" as your response, your application may not be considered further.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.
  
  

02

Are you at least 16 years of age?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Do you have basic knowledge of sporting activities and rules of play?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Do you have experience providing sports instruction in a leadership role to youth?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed. NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.

06

Do you have sports coaching certification(s) or licenses?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Please provide details regarding that certification history in the text area below. NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related credentials, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.

• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Government Administration

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