Recreation Instructor/Coach- AQUATICS CARA (PT)

Under general supervision this position plans instructs and supervises a variety of recreational programs including youth sports therapeutic activities swimming and enrichment classes.

*This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate in pre-employment and random drug testing under Towns policies*

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and the Town may change these duties at any time.

• Implements lesson plans and practice schedules for youth sports enrichment classes therapeutic recreation and other recreational programs; instructs participants in program activities ensuring each session is age-appropriate safe and enjoyable.
• Supports inclusive programming by adapting activities and providing one-on-one assistance for participants with disabilities as well as working directly with seniors in therapeutic recreation.
• Fosters an inclusive supportive and positive environment models sportsmanship teamwork and resilience.
• Performs safety and maintenance checks on equipment and facilities coordinates setup cleanup and inventory management as needed.
• Acts as the primary on-site contact for participants parents and/or guardians keeping them informed about program goals and participant progress.
• Assesses participant skill levels monitors progress and provides constructive feedback.
• Ensures compliance with health safety and sanitation guidelines; responds to emergency situations provides first aid and completes required incident reports when necessary.
• Assists in planning and executing events such as swim meets practices and seasonal activities; organizes event logistics prepares participants and coordinates with staff and external agencies when applicable.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The requirements listed below are representative of the education experience certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.

Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.

One (1) year of relevant experience teaching coaching or recreational programming is preferred.

Possession of or the ability to obtain a CPR and First Aid certification within thirty (30) days of hire.

Minimum Additional Qualification Swim Instructor and CARA Swim Coach

• Current Swim Instruction certification is required.

Minimum Additional Qualifications Youth Sports Coach

• Completion of concussion recognition training within ninety (90) days of hire and the ability to renew annually.

Minimum Additional Qualifications Youth Programs Instructor

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Employment Standards

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.

• Knowledge of relevant town state and federal laws regulations and policies.
• Knowledge of coaching techniques safety practices and recreational programming.
• Knowledge of municipal recreation principles and practices.
• Knowledge of recreation center equipment and facilities.
• Skill in verbal and written communication.
• Skill in the use of computers and relevant software for communication and program management.
• Skill in the supervision of program participants.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups including children parents and staff.
• Ability to organize and teach program curriculum in a progression allowing learning and growth from program participants.
• Ability to demonstrate and explain activities through verbal and physical instruction.

• Ability to perform rescues administer first aid and remain attentive during aquatics activities.
• Ability to provide a positive enthusiastic customer service attitude towards all patrons.
• Ability to handle incidents and confrontations in a recreation facility.

Ability to collaborate across a range of recreational programs and support the mission of the Division.

Working Conditions

The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee generally encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.

Tools & Equipment

Requires frequent use of general supplies and program and classroom equipment including but not limited to items such as arts and crafts materials games scoreboards whistles various sports gear and specialized equipment needed for therapeutic recreation and/or adaptive activities.

Physical Demands

Requires regular sitting standing walking talking handling feeling or operating objects stooping kneeling crouching or Coach and CARA Swim Coach requires regular Skating Instructor requires regular ice skating. Requires occasional reaching with hands and arms climbing and balancing. Requires moderate physical activity with heavy lifting up to fifty (50) pounds. Requires close and distance vision acuity and the ability to adjust focus allowing a broad field of hearing abilities necessary to maintain a safe responsive environment particularly in outdoor or noisy recreational settings.

Environment

Work is frequently performed in a climate-controlled environment or outdoors. Employees holding this position may be exposed to extreme cold or heat and wetness/humidity. The noise level is usually high and may range from moderate to extreme. The employee may occasionally work with or around hazardous items or hazardous conditions such as mechanical equipment electrical equipment chemicals or radiant energy.