Recreation Specialist III - Art Instructor

City of Fort Lauderdale•Fl 33316, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time position with a 32-hour cap per week. The employee in this class is responsible for the organization and personal leadership of a variety of recreation activities in an indoor and/or outdoor recreation setting or facility. They will assist in overseeing staff who handle organizing and conducting games, sports, social, and other recreational activities. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher classified employee and is reviewed by the immediate supervisor. Routine and repetitive tasks do not require constant supervision.

Requirements

High school or G.E.D.
Must be 18 years old or older
If working as a water aerobics instructor, must possess two (2) years experience in water aerobics instruction, valid American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuer certification and First Aid Certificate.
If working at the Aquatic Center, must possess American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification, OR certification as a USA Swimming Certified Coach and US Masters Swimming Coach.
If working as an adult sports official or coach, must possess one (1) year experience in sports instruction or officiating.
If working as a lead event worker, must possess two (2) years experience working with a special events team.
If working as a tennis instructor, must possess one (1) year experience in tennis instruction.
Ability to instruct while adhering to professional standards set for by the U.S. Professional Tennis Association.
Ability to demonstrate 4.0 level of ability in accordance with National Tennis Rating Program.
Candidates must pass a fingerprinting/background screening process prior to employment

Nice To Haves

Preferred United States Water Fitness Association certification or equivalent
Preferred U.S Professional Tennis Association or Professional Tennis Registry membership
If working as a face painter, must possess six (6) months experience in an artistic field
Dance Instructor experience; Line Dancing Ballroom Dancing

Responsibilities

Helps in maintaining order and enforcing rules and regulations at recreational facilities
Assists in maintaining safety and health standards at facilities and during programs
Selects materials and adopts suitable teaching materials for individual needs
Sets up and breakdowns of facilities, programs and events
May be required to instruct adult programs such as art, dance, sports, fitness, etc.
May serve as a water aerobics instructor
May serve as a sports official or coach during adult sports
May serve as a tennis instructor
May serve as a face painter
May serve as a lead event worker during the City's special events
May serve as a team lead when necessary
May work weekends, nights and holidays
Provides assistance to Recreation Program Coordinator
Daily attendance for dance classes.
Prepares and organizes dance skills and routines to be instructed ahead of time for participants of varying levels including the selection of appropriate music for classes.
Demonstrates dance and interpersonal skills and communicates adjustments with the participants.
Provides dances of the month and other requested information in a timely manner.
Completes employee trainings as needed.
Communicates effectively with building manager and program manager as needed.
Fosters a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Performs related work as required