Recreation- Course Instructor- Adult

Recreation
- Course Instructor
- Adult )

Category Education

Region Northern Bay Area

Job Type Part-Time

Close Date Until filled or until 100 applicants

$30.00-$60.00 Hourly

The City of Mill Valley is 14 miles north of San Francisco and 40 miles from California’s famous wine country. Mill Valley is a town with a rich and eclectic cultural history and a lively and engaged citizenry.

Mill Valley is primarily a suburban community, with distinctive residential neighborhoods representing the many eras of the town’s growth from a small mill town to the modern full-service city it is today. Our approximately 14,000 residents live in a 4.8 square mile area, although we serve as the center for a larger unincorporated Mill Valley area with more than 30,000 residents.

The City of Mill Valley has a staff of almost 150 regular employees.

The City of Mill Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects a diverse workforce and community. It is committed to promoting an equitable and inclusive workspace that is welcoming to all.

Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Share your passion of teaching! Course Instructors have the opportunity plan curriculum in your area of expertise and share that knowledge with a class size of 5-15 students. We need instructors for all types of programs and classes at the Community Center, with a focus on adult/senior education. We are looking for instructors with skill levels able to teach their craft to others with multiple years of experience.

Class interests include everything from fitness, balance, card games, arts and crafts, music, and special interests. At Mill Valley Arts and Recreation, we embrace a culture of diversity and invite instructors to deliver the highest quality inclusive recreation programs to our community.

DEFINITION:
Plan, organize and execute personal curriculum program classes. Program hours based on class date, time, location with your direct supervisor. Preparation hours can be discussed.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Demonstrate excellent customer service and communicate effectively with participants.
• Possess strong leadership skills in their chosen area of expertise
• Create and implement your own curriculum within an allocated budget
• Manage the task of checking in and checking out each participant.
• Encourage good behavior and appropriate manners.
• Encourage active participation and provide a safe and nurturing environment.
• Implement and lead appropriate activities for adults.
• Supervise and ensure the safety of the participants during classes.
• Motivate participants through example.
• Create and maintain a positive environment.
• Accurately maintain attendance records.
• Practice proper hygiene, with self and participants, to deter the spread of disease (colds, flu, etc).
• Render first aid in case of minor injuries.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• The ability to speak English clearly and understandably.
• Perform related duties as required.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs

TRAINING &

EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education, training, and experience, which likely provides the required knowledge and abilities.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
Candidates receiving a conditional job offer must pass a pre-placement fingerprint review. Candidates must possess a current CPR/AED and First Aid certificate and be comfortable calling 911 in an emergency.

Certifications
- Has certifications or is willing to obtain certifications within 2 weeks of obtaining the job.

Customer Service oriented (patient and responsive)

Attention to Detail

Enjoys the opportunity to get moving and away from the desk while they work

Must be able to lift 50lbs

Must be 18 years of age or older to apply for this position.

Potential to build your professional resume with opportunities to take on new positions within the department after demonstrated success.

Potential to establish great professional references for your future.

Employee benefit of receiving a free pass to our Aquatic and Fitness Center

Receive discounts to programs, please ask hiring staff more about how to qualify for this opportunity