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Plainfield Park District

Instructor - Youth Sports Classes - Mon-Wed 4pm-7:30pm

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $18/hr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Plainfield, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/24/2026

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A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.

$31,744 / year median in Illinois

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Job Description

Instructor

Youth Sports Classes
Mon-Wed 4pm-7:30pm Plainfield Park District
4.3 Plainfield, IL Job Details Part-time $17
$18 an hour 2 days ago Qualifications CPR Certification Relationship building (classroom management strategies) Sports team experience Client rapport building Sports coaching class instruction Parent communication

First Aid Certification Full Job Description Description:

Bring the energy, spark the fun, and help young athletes discover their love for sports! This position will lead Parent/Tot Sports classes and sports classes for 3-8 year old's. Classes are Monday-Wednesday from 4:00pm-7:30pm. The instructor will lead, instruct, and guide a variety of sport classes and activities in a recreational setting according to program curriculum.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Implement and/or instruct program in assigned area.

Maintains records including:

attendance, maintenance/neatness of the site and equipment. Monitor weather conditions and security of program sites. Supervise participants, ensure safety, enforce rules, follow discipline guidelines and resolve problems as needed. Maintain an open channel of communication to the Supervisor and inform the Supervisor of problems or potential problems (i.e. disruptive behavior, injuries, dangerous equipment) including undesirable behaviors; assists with documentation when necessary. Uses time appropriately to prepare for different aspects of the program. Attend all trainings and meetings as required for the position. Maintains knowledge of park district policies, procedures, and guidelines. Performs all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Park District's safety program. Performs any additional related tasks as required.

Requirements:

16 years of age or older. Experience working with children preferred. Experience playing or coaching any level of assigned sport category. C.P.R. and First Aid Certification required; ability to certify at time of hire. Must have the ability to communicate instructions in a professional and enthusiastic manner. Must have strong interpersonal skills and work well with the public and other staff. Ability to establish a positive rapport by using tact and discretion with participants, parents and staff. Must be detail oriented to be able to process information accurately.