Aquatic Recreation Instructor

Overview

The Cosumnes Community Services District Parks and Recreation Department is seeking qualified individuals for the part-time seasonal position of Recreation Instructor in Aquatics. Scheduled hours are limited to 960 hours per year. Actual hours assigned may be increased or decreased at any time, depending upon the needs of the program or department.

Under general supervision, the Aquatics Recreation Instructor teaches recreation and leisure enrichment classes to a variety of skill and age levels. The instructor may teach specialized classes for one or more recreation programs, including the development and implementation of the program curriculum and budget, procurement of program supplies, and assisting with the training of support staff. Functions and responsibilities may vary depending on the area of assignment.

Specialized class instructor opportunities include, but are not limited to:
Deep Water, Aqua Yoga, Water Stretch, Water Interval Fitness, and more.

The Recreation Instructor salary range is $26.25 - $28.00 per hour. The District typically appoints new employees at step 1 of the salary range. Consideration for an appointment higher than step 1 will be based on experience, education, or the need for unique skills or knowledge, and shall be no more than the mid-point of the salary range.

This position will remain open until filled. Early submission of applications is strongly encouraged.

The following duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of a specific statement on duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed. Employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level as required.

• Provides group or private instruction to recreation participants of all ages and skill levels; evaluates participants and teaches according to defined program outlines, descriptions, and goals; maintains course record sheets.
• Makes minor program modifications to match age and abilities of participants as needed.
• Provides and develops new curriculum for District programs, including, but not limited to, sourcing vendors for program materials.
• Assists with the update of existing curriculum for District programs.
• Assists in the development of marketing tools, including, but not limited to, requesting and reviewing flier and class descriptions.
• Designs and implements training specific to their area of instruction.
• Maintains constant watch over patrons in assigned areas and assists patrons in distress.
• Designs and implements program specific training, provides hands-on instruction to onsite staff as required.
• Required to work shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities may be considered qualifying at the sole discretion of the District.

Education and Training:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of teaching and/or coaching in the area of instruction; or applicable degree or certification/designation in the area of instruction.

Special Requirements:

• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, First Aid and CPR/AED certification within the first thirty (30) days of employment;
  Certification must be maintained through employment.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Preferred

• Water Aerobics:
  Possession of a valid Water Aerobics Instructor Certification from the Aquatic Exercise Association, United States Water Fitness Association, or equivalent.

Knowledge of:

• Current methods, techniques, principles, and procedures used in planning, organizing, scheduling, coordinating, and evaluating recreation programs or facilities.
• Proficiency in computer database programs, desktop publishing, and word processing programs such as Word, Excel, Active Net, VISIO, and PowerPoint.
• Basic operation of automated office machines including…