Community Programs Instructor

Blacksburg, Town of • Blacksburg, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Design, plan, and lead recreational programs for a variety of activities/classes on a seasonal, ongoing, or temporary basis. Programs may be oriented toward any age group. The program lead will be required to have superior knowledge of the field or topic that is being taught or led in the program. Hourly wages will depend on the program being offered, per the following: Poetry - $17.55 hourly Pre-K - $17.55 hourly Art - $20.00 hourly Dance - $20.00 hourly Language - $25.00 hourly STEM - $25.00 hourly While programs are typically offered on weekends or evenings, schedules are dependent on program offerings. The Town of Blacksburg is an EEO Employer M/F/D/V

Requirements

• A combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the requirements needed to implement and educate during the program.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED certification required
• Must complete and pass a background screening.

Nice To Haves

• Superior knowledge of the field or topic that is being taught or led in the program.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and implementation of program curriculum and advertising of the program.
• Maintain list of program needs and materials and communicate with designated supervisor.
• Works closely with the Program Supervisor in implementing schedule of program.
• Lead and supervise the program and all participants.
• Prepares areas and locations in preparation of programs; obtains and stores equipment in proper area in an organized manner.
• Enforces all safety rules.
• Upholds and enforces department policies.
• Reports definite as well as potential physical hazards in unsafe conditions of the facility and equipment to the Program Supervisor.
• Effectively communicates problems to the Program Supervisor and Department staff or others.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED