Recreation Instructor

CITY OF EVANS EMPLOYMENT ANNOUNCEMENT

Job Title:

Recreation Instructor Department:

Finance FLSA Status:

Non-exempt Division:

Recreation Reports To:

Recreation Supervisor Classification:

Part-time Requisition:

1689

Salary Range:

$17.00-$25.20/hour

Opening Date:

Thursday, May 7, 2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

NATURE OF WORK

The Recreation Instructor is responsible for teaching a variety of classes to participants of various ages while maintaining a fun and safe environment at all times. Recreation staff have the primary responsibility of ensuring the safety of program participants.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Employee possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform all the essential duties of the job safely and satisfactorily, including, but not limited to municipal governance, teamwork, problem-solving, relationship-building, customer service, detail oriented, technology/equipment proficiency, policy adherence, time management, result-orientation, research and analyzing data, decision-making, self-motivation, stewardship, integrity, and upholding our EDGE core values. Ability to listen to, read, understand, and communicate the English language both orally and in writing so others can understand, such as correspondence, report writing, and emails. To support consistent high-quality service for our community and each other, it is the expectation of all employees to be punctual and have good attendance and to communicate effectively for scheduling conflicts or when taking leave according to city policy. Prepares and creates lesson plans for the instruction of various instructional based programs. Responsible for equipment setup and maintenance for assigned classes. Provides instruction and oversight to ensure the quality and safety of the assigned class. Monitors and evaluates participants performance to offer feedback and ensure progress. Adapts class to meet the individual needs of participants. Promotes wellness and healthy lifestyles through education and engagement. Maintains accurate records of class attendance and participant progress. General knowledge of instructing wide variety of dance, fitness, sports, athletics or other areas of non-traditional recreational opportunities. Understand and demonstrate skills in various group class instructional opportunities. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Relate and interact well with participants of all ages. Help plan, organize and implement activities.

• Plans and implements recreation classes for participants of various ages.
• Helps organize class types, schedules, practices, performances or other desired outcomes for program. .
• Implements proper warm-up and cool-down exercises and strength and endurance-building activities.

Provides social interaction within classes and a safe environment for all participants. Tracks participant attendance and instructor hours for all courses As a member of the City of Evans team, employees are privileged to serve each other and the community; therefore, will be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSURE

Required:

Must be at least 18 years of age or older. High school diploma or equivalent. Valid Colorado Driver's License or ability to obtain within six months of hire. One year's experience of teaching dance, fitness, sports and athletics or other areas of non-traditional recreation opportunities. CPR/First Aid/AED Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in a related field. Current certifications in the recreation area as needed.

PHYSICAL AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, squat, talk, hear and see. The employee is required to perform lifting 40 pounds. Employee is required to work indoors. Our Mission To deliver sustainable, citizen driven services for the health, safety, and welfare of the community. Our Values E mpower. D eliver. G row. E ngage. This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and other essential functions expected of an employee and subject to change at any time. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. The City of Evans conducts pre-employment physical exams, drug testing, and background investigations as a condition of employment. A positive drug screen test for marijuana will disqualify a candidate from being considered for employment, regardless of whether the use is recreational or medical (red card). Apply online at www.evanscolorado.gov City of Evans, Human Resources, 1100 37th Street, Evans, CO 80620.

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