Instructor/Coach Positions (Excluded)

City of Vernon•Lexington, MA

36d•Onsite

About The Position

This is recreation work that involves instructing, implementing lessons plans, promoting activity interest and encouraging participation. The position ensures that participants have a positive experience and are performing the skills in a safe manner as set out in established protocols. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Recreation Programmers and is evaluated in terms of effectiveness of instruction and services provided and conformance to established practices. It is essential that the ideal candidate has strong interpersonal skills, is energetic and enthusiastic, is well organized plus is able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all levels of internal and external contacts. The terms of employment are based on recreation programs and/or activity service delivery to meet community demand. Hours of work will be linked to specific programs and/or activities, the hours and availability of work are dependent on program and or activity registrations. Instructor/Coach I's will develop, adapt or follow detailed program plans, organize participants and monitor progress. Instructor/Coach II's must have previous experience leading a specific activity or program and have ability to prepare a detailed seasonal program plan.

Requirements

Ability to obtain Current Emergency First Aid and CPR C
Acceptable Police Information Check with the Vulnerable Sector
Class 5 Drivers License
NCCP Certification or related Instructor Certification for the Activity
Knowledge of the methods used to instruct
Working knowledge of the theory of body mechanics and movement skills
Ability to provide instruction in a fun, safe, controlled and organized manner
Ability to effectively communicate, instruct and demonstrate skills and techniques to a diverse range of individuals and groups of all ages and abilities
Ability to maintain control and exercise influence with tact and diplomacy in a professional and calm manner
Specific skills, experience and knowledge of the sport
Experience leading activity groups with children, youth and/or adults
Ability to understand, follow and carry out oral and written communications
Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with the public and co-workers
Ability to be imaginative and flexible to ensure a fun environment for participants
Ability to work as an effective team member
Physical strength and ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Stamina to occasionally stand and walk for a minimum of four hours
Ability to maintain excellent public relations with participants
Must have effective written and verbal communication skills
Needs to be able to demonstrate initiative

Nice To Haves

Previous experience leading a specific activity or program (for Instructor/Coach II)
Ability to prepare a detailed seasonal program plan (for Instructor/Coach II)

Responsibilities

Develops, adapts or follows detailed program plans
Demonstrates activity techniques to individuals and groups of all abilities
Organizing participants for effective implementation of the activity
Communicate with participants to ensure quality of service delivery
Monitoring progress of participants and tracks attendance
Fills out progress cards or provides individual feedback to participants, as required
Institute and enforce rules and procedures for participants
Ensure participant welfare during all activities
Ensure the proper handling of first aid and emergency situations
Prepare and inventory equipment and supplies for programs
Inspects program area and equipment (report if maintenance and repair needed)
Act as a positive role model for staff and participants
Set up and take down of equipment, etc.
Performs and partakes in other duties and activities as required and related to the activity