Part-time Teaching Instructor

The Program Instructor is responsible for program instruction, program documentation, participant safety, maintaining skills and working at programming for the Richard A. Carlucci Recreation and Aquatic Center indoor and/or outdoor operations.

Enforces all facility and patron rules during program and will maintain minimum number of program and safety in-service hours required by the department. If teaching aquatic programming, must ensure that all programs are operated with lifeguards present and on duty.

Assists with cleaning and proper storage of instructional equipment after use. May assist with the setup of special event equipment, involving lifting and/or other labor-intensive duties.

Will be primarily responsible for the development and teaching, coaching, instructing, or assisting with departmental programs and special events at location in accordance with Town affiliated and authorized instructional guidelines and protocol.

Document all program lesson plans, program registrations and other program operational reports and records required for program statistics and files.

Follows all policies and procedures as described in the Town of Plainfield employee manual and all other town and department protocols, policies and guidelines including those outlined by Ellis and Associates Risk Management standards and other affiliated organizational values and protocols.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have basic understanding of swimming, aquatic programming and have experience teaching, coaching, or instructing children, young adults and or adults. Is willing to help with all types of work, no matter how big or small the task. Service to Citizens - Always represents the Town of Plainfield well; maintains personal accountability and ownership for customer service. Let customers know that he/she is willing to work with them to meet their needs. Understands customer problems and needs; quickly and effectively solves customer problems. Does more than what is normally required to resolve customer concerns.

Maintains timely, personable, and effective communications with citizens and the general public, and local or intergovernmental contacts and neighboring community leaders. Uses Town resources and assets wisely, efficiently, and according to Town policy.

follows the attendance policy and informs his/her manager of absences in advance. Timely follow-through on tasks and projects issued by the Department Head, Town Manager, or Town Council. Interpersonal Communications - Communicates clearly, accurately, and respectfully with coworkers and customers. Keeps sensitive and confidential matters private. Willingly participates in training to maintain or enhance current knowledge of principles, procedures, methods, and/or technology. helps others by sharing knowledge.

Uses equipment and materials properly.

Education and/or Experience

Lifeguard and/or First Aid and CPR experience is preferred if teaching aquatics programming. Recreation or aquatic program certification in teaching, coaching, or instructing is also preferred.

Computer software skills required include: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Rec Trac.

The ability to develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge of current principles, codes, and safety protocols and risk management relating to recreation facility operation and programs is required.

A general understanding of accounting principles and practices and report writing, while paying close attention to detail is required.

The ability to operate a computer, printer, copy machine, scanner, fax machine, and other office equipment is required.

The ability to speak, read and write in English is required. Spanish is desired.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

working near moving mechanical parts; and the risk of electrical shock when working with office equipment; and outdoor weather conditions. toxic or caustic chemicals; Monday through Saturday, and 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, this position may require work beyond these hours and on holidays.

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