Class Instructor

City of Cortez, CO • Cortez, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the City of Cortez as an Other Class Instructor, where you'll have the unique opportunity to engage with the vibrant community of Cortez, CO, in a hands-on, onsite role. Your passion for teaching will inspire participants and foster a love for learning in a dynamic environment. Experience the excitement of sharing your expertise while collaborating with fellow instructors and interacting with diverse groups. Offering competitive pay between $17.71 and $18.79 per hour, this position enables you to make a tangible impact in the lives of residents. If you’re looking for a rewarding experience that combines your teaching skills with community involvement, we encourage you to apply today!

As an Other Class Instructor with the City of Cortez, you will play a pivotal role in fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for participants of all levels and abilities, from beginners to advanced. Your responsibilities will include assisting and instructing classes while coordinating with supervisors to create a well-rounded and comprehensive program that meets the community's needs. You will be at the forefront of ensuring safety in the classroom, responding promptly to any incidents that may arise to maintain a secure atmosphere for all participants.

This position not only allows you to share your expertise but also to contribute significantly to the overall educational experience within the community.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have CPR and First Aid Certificate or the ability to obtain within six (6) months.
• Must be able to perform physical duties as required (program set up, general class preparation, program equipment maintenance, and lifting at least 50 lbs.).
• Must have the ability to communicate well orally and in writing.
• Must be able to work well with other instructors, the community, and other co-workers.
• Must have a valid Colorado Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

• One year group led supervisory experience preferred (for Instructor Apprentice level).
• Must be able to work independently with little to no supervision (for Instructor Apprentice level).
• Must have a class certification approved by the Recreation Supervisor/Aquatics (for Instructor Apprentice level).
• Two year group led exercise supervisory experience preferred (for Journey-level Instructor).
• Must have multiple class certifications and teach at least three different classes (for Journey-level Instructor).
• Must teach at least 5 different classes (for Advanced Instructor).
• Possession of advanced certification (e.g., nationally accredited personal trainer certification) is preferred (for Advanced Instructor).

Responsibilities

• Assisting and instructing classes
• Coordinating with supervisors to create a well-rounded and comprehensive program
• Ensuring safety in the classroom
• Responding promptly to any incidents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed