Certified Adaptive Recreation Instructor

City and County of Denver•Denver, CO

2d•$23 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills, and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. This is a part time position which will work no more than 39 hours per week and is not eligible for benefits. The starting pay for this position is $21.54 per hour and is eligible to enroll in the City and County of Denver’s 457b retirement plan. Part time positions may have routine or variable work schedules. In addition to class time, instructors receive additional paid hours for planning, set-up, and break down time. Denver Parks & Recreation offers progressive community based Adaptive Recreation programming for people with disabilities at any age. Our team of devoted professionals enrich the lives of people with disabilities by developing physical, mental, emotional, social and leisure skills necessary to participate in a continuum of activities that will enhance their well-being. Adaptive Recreation programming utilizes the Denver Parks & Recreation department's expansive network of facilities, parks and amenities to provide a wide variety of adaptive programming and year-round training in Special Olympics sports.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
Two (2) years of experience (paid or volunteer) as an instructor in an organized specialized recreation program with certification in specialized area as required.
Certification in the specialized field as required.
Requires certification in CPR/First Aid prior to completion of probation period.
Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification
2 or more years of experience in planning and implementing adaptive recreation programs for people with disabilities
Special training, education, or certifications specific to fitness, aquatics and/or working with people with disabilities
Instructional experience working with a variety of populations, ability levels and age groups
Experience leading and coaching direct reports
Possesses a valid Colorado Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

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Responsibilities

Work with full-time staff to plan and implement goal-based adaptive recreation programs aimed at enriching physical, mental, emotional, social and leisure skills
Provide coaching and guidance to Adaptive Recreation Staff to ensure program quality
Maintain a safe, fun, and trusting program environment for all participants
Work directly with and oversee volunteers to aid in facilitation of programs
Develops instructional plan to achieve established objectives
Executes instructional plans using prescribed and accepted teaching methods, including coaching and, group and individual instruction
Evaluates and communicates student/participant progress to all appropriate staff
Reviews completed program participant evaluation tools, using findings to increase program and instructional effectiveness
Assists in the organization and administration of special events
By position, performs various tasks to maintain a facility and/or provide program administrative support
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested