Program Instructor I​/II - Youth and Therapeutic

Program Instructor

As a Program Instructor in our Youth & Therapeutic program area, you'll get the opportunity to help support a variety of fun and exciting activities for our community. Whether it's a thrilling day trip, a hands-on class, or a special event, you'll help provide an engaging, supportive, and safe environment for participants of all ages and abilities.

As our Program Instructor I or II, you will perform a variety of duties associated with instructing both youth and therapeutic/adaptive recreation programs. Program Instructor II's will also provide specialized instruction and program supervision which may include the coordination of schedules and activities in the assigned area.

Program Instructor I

• 2026 Hiring Range: $20.23/hr - $22.76/hr

Program Instructor II

• 2026 Hiring Range: $24.04/hr - $27.04/hr

Anticipated

Work Schedule:

Part-time to include weekdays and evenings, with weekends as needed. Schedule may vary depending on program specific needs.

• At this time, we are specifically looking for individuals who have availability in the evenings.

General Duties

• Performs a variety of duties associated with instructing or supporting recreation programs for youth and/or individuals with disabilities that may include but is not limited to session-based activities, classes, day trips, special events, volunteer opportunities, outdoor recreation, etc.
• Provides a safe, effective, and supportive learning environment for diverse participants with varying ability levels
• May assist in inclusion and accommodation support for other program areas as needed and may work 1:1 with individuals with disabilities
• Stays abreast of latest trends and techniques in areas of expertise and assists in evaluating class effectiveness and recommends new classes or techniques
• Ensures participants are performing activities correctly and safely
• Assists in modifying and adapting activities for various participant ability levels
• Stays familiar with participants needs and any pertinent medical information
• Maintains confidentiality with participant specific information
• Sets up and takes down required program equipment
• May drive Town-owned vehicles. Operates assigned motor vehicles safely and obeys all applicable traffic laws
• Ensures vehicle is ready for use including, but not limited to, obtaining keys, filling with gas, and cleaning vehicle/inspecting upon return
• Ensures passengers adhere to the correct usage of vehicle safety equipment

Admin duties

• Maintains program related records and reports, including accurate class attendance records and incident reports
• Provides exceptional guest service to all participants. Responds to information requests, comments and complaints from participants
• Maintains frequent communications with other staff within the Community Center and Division and reports any issues or concerns with inventory, facility conditions, policies and incidents to supervisory staff as needed
• Ensures the safety of guests and program participants by enforcing all rules and policies with staff and guests
• Maintains equipment and completes inventory as needed
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and trainings
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Program Instructor I

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One-year customer service, therapeutic recreation or related experience preferred.

Program Instructor II

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 21 years old or older
• Three years of therapeutic recreation or related experience preferred

Both Level I & Level II

• Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid and AED certification within 3 months of hire
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record

The Town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

This prohibition includes unlawful harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct, which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual's work performance or creating a severe, intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment. This provision applies to all employees, including directors, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as residents, members of all boards and task force groups, contractors, vendors, consultants, etc.

All Part-Time employees receive the following benefits:

• Free membership to the Erie Community Center
• Access to the Town's Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Colorado Sick Leave (1 hour of accrued, paid leave per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year)
• Childcare…