Seasonal Recreation Program Director

Recreation Program Directors work in cooperation with Burlington Parks Recreation & Waterfront staff to help facilitate recreation clinics or camps. Recreation Program Directors are responsible for designing curriculum/lesson plans teaching preparing materials & supplies managing participants and facilities during recreation programs. We are currently seeking applicants who would like to be directors in the area of Track & Field and Volleyball.

Union Affiliation:Non-Union
Pay Grade:$35.00 Hourly
RemoteTier1:Zero (0) days remote/week.

Recreation program directors work in cooperation with BPRW staff to facilitate programs for registered participants by delivering the following functions below:

1. Program Instruction: Plan prepare and lead recreation clinics or programs tailored to participants skill levels and interests.
2. Program Preparation:Communicate in advance with manager to coordinate class descriptions dates times and space reservations.
3. Participant Engagement: Provide a positive and inclusive environment that fosters participation and enjoyment for all attendees.
4. Safety Management: Ensure the safety of participants by following and enforcing facility rules inspecting equipment and demonstrating proper care.
5. Equipment Setup and Maintenance: Set up break down and maintain class-related equipment and supplies before and after sessions.
6. Communication: Clearly explain instructions techniques and class objectives to participants; respond to inquiries and provide guidance as needed.
7. Adaptability: Adjust class plans and techniques to accommodate varying group sizes skill levels or special needs.
8. Record Keeping: Maintain attendance records progress notes and incident reports as required.
9. Customer Service:Address participant concerns professionally and escalate issues to facility management when necessary.

• Ability to actively support City diversity equity and cultural competency efforts within states job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
• High school Diploma or equivalent required.
• College course work in Education childhood development family studies or recreation preferred
• Previous experience working with children in a group or individualized situation preferred.
• Applicable recreation program skills and safety knowledge requires.
• Ability to supervise and organize groups of children for activity programs.
• Knowledge of sport specific rules and regulations.
• A cooperative attitude and a team player.
• Must have a desire to work with children and demonstrate enthusiasm dependability and good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Hold or obtain current CPR/AED and First Aid certification upon hiring.

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