Youth Athletics Instructor (5751)

Trails Park and Recreation District•Centennial, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Trails Park and Recreation District helps bring recreation, wellness, and connection to residents in the eastern Centennial area. They operate and maintain several parks, trails, open spaces, and facilities all designed to create places where people can get outside, be active, and spend time together. They also offer a wide range of programs for all ages, including youth sports, summer camps, fitness classes, community events, and activities for active aging. Whether it’s a youth program, a daily workout, or a neighborhood gathering, their goal is to make recreation experiences accessible, welcoming, and meaningful. The Mission Statement is to enhance the quality of life for the families and individuals in the community by providing them with exceptional parks, trails, facilities, and recreational activities that foster overall well-being. Under the direction of the Athletics Supervisor, the Youth Athletics Instructor provides an enjoyable and safe sporting experience for an assigned group of participants while they learn individual and team game skills, sportsmanship, and fair play.

Requirements

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all staff and general public
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Possess skills to maintain a safe environment, as well as performing quality work
Reliable transportation or a means to making it to work shifts on time
Ability to understand, comprehend, and follow all policies and procedures as well as verbalized and written instructions directed by management
Must be 15 years of age
Working knowledge of sports program instruction
Ability to effectively teach by demonstration, explanation, and positive feedback
Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings, mornings, weekends, and holidays

Nice To Haves

Previous sports program instruction experience

Responsibilities

Provide a welcoming environment for all participants and patrons
Record scores and other league info to Athletics Supervisor when necessary
Minimizes hazardous situations by enforcing rules and regulations that govern the conduct of participants and patrons and ensuring safety within the program
Establishes and maintains a working environment conducive to positive morale and teamwork
Must maintain a positive and respectful attitude while engaged in stressful and/or controversial situations with patrons and co-workers
Dress and appearance are consistent with Athletics department standards including uniform requirements and personal hygiene
Follow all Trails Park and Recreation District's policies and procedures
Performs other duties as assigned