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Program Instructor I - Youth and Therapeutic (76749)

Town of Erie
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Jun 2025
💰 $48,000/yr($38,000/yr$48,000/yr)

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Job Details

Job Location Erie Community Center - Erie, COPosition Type Part TimeSalary Range $19.83 - $24.79 HourlyJob Category Parks & Recreation

Description

 

 

As a Program Instructor in our Youth & Therapeutic program area, you’ll get the opportunity to help lead 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. 

 

You will perform a variety of duties associated with instructing both youth and therapeutic/adaptive recreation programs. Employees at this level provide specialized instruction and program supervision which may include the coordination of schedules and activities in the assigned area.  

 

ANTICIPATED WORK SCHEDULE: 

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

 

THIS POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED. PLEASE ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION IS COMPLETE FOR CONSIDERATION.   

 

     2025 Hiring Range       

     $19.83/hr - $22.31/hr       

     2025 Full Range       

     $19.83/hr - $24.79/hr       

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

General Duties 

  • Performs a variety of duties associated with instructing or leading 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 
  • Assists Coordinator in supporting participants in various recreational programs 
  • Provides inclusion and accommodation support for other program areas as needed and may work 1:1 with individuals with disabilities 
  • Plans curriculum and conducts individualized or group instruction in areas of expertise 
  • Stays abreast of latest trends and techniques in areas of practice. Evaluates class effectiveness and recommends new classes or techniques 
  • Ensures participants are performing activities correctly and safely 
  • Uses knowledge to modify and adapt activities for various participant ability levels 
  • Stays familiar with participants needs and any pertinent medical information 
  • Maintains confidentiality with participant specific information 
  • Instructs and guides volunteers in various programs 
  • Sets up and takes down required program equipment 
  • Drives Town-owned vehicles to and from destinations while transporting passengers. 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 

Administrative 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 volunteer hour tracking and promotes positive volunteer relationships 
  • 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 
  • May be considered as a subject expert for area of specialization and may train other staff on specific knowledge 
  • Performs other

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