What are the responsibilities and job description for the Arts & Enrichment Instructor I - II position at South Suburban Parks and Recreation?
Job Description:
Arts & Enrichment Instructor I - II Part-Time
Application Closing Deadline: Ongoing/Open.
This is an ongoing recruitment process, with no specific closing date. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.
$ $22.75 per hour
Do you have a passion for teaching? Are you an exemplary teacher who loves enriching the lives of others? Then this is the opportunity for you The Arts & Enrichment Instructor teaches arts and enrichment classes for all ages in both group and individual settings. This position also teaches specialized arts, enrichment classes, birthday parties and special events offsite. The course curriculum includes, but is not limited to: fine arts, performing arts, drama, dance, music, science, writing, culinary, travel, continuing education and specialized classes for active adults and parent/child and tot programs. Our ideal candidate will be prepared, creative and energized while providing a safe learning environment.
Fine Art course curriculum currently includes but is not limited to: Painting, Ceramics, Printmaking, Drawing, and Mixed Media.
Enrichment course curriculum includes but is not limited to: performing arts, drama, dance, music, science, writing, culinary, travel, continuing education and specialized classes for active adults and parent/child and tot programs.
Our Ideal Candidate
- Prior experience teaching art and/or enrichment is highly preferred.
- Current AED/CPR and First Aid certifications preferred.
- Ability to develop and maintain a positive work relationship with program participants, parents of children, and staff.
- Will be able to communicate effectively with children, parents of children, and staff.
- Must have the ability to visually and audibly supervise children in a variety of situations.
- Must be highly motivated and take direction well with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Will have knowledge of child care programming; recreation and its application; safety and emergency first-aid procedures; program management; and customer service principles.
Minimum Qualifications
Arts & Enrichment Instructor I - $ $21.70per hour
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have at least one (1) year of teaching experience.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days of employment. Must be insurable by the District carrier at the onset and for the duration of employment.
Arts & Enrichment Instructor II - $ $22.75 per hour
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have at least three (3) years of teaching experience.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days of employment. Must be insurable by the District carrier at the onset and for the duration of employment.
The job description above covers the main duties of this position. Please note, as a team member, there may be additional responsibilities that are required to meet ongoing needs of the department.
Employee Benefits & Perks atSouth Suburban
- FREE use of District fitness centers and swimming pools
- Discounts on recreation classes and golf (applicable to employees working 14 hours/week)
- Paid sick leave
- Opportunities for training and promotion from within
- Flexible schedules
- To view a complete listing of the District's most current benefit package, please visit
About Us
Our mission is to foster healthy living through stewardship of the environment, parks, trails, and open space by providing recreational services and programs.
We serve residents in Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Centennial west of I-25, Littleton, Lone Tree and Sheridan and unincorporated portions of Douglas, Jefferson and Arapahoe counties. We operate four full-service recreation centers, golf courses, outdoor pools and restaurants, two ice centers and miniature golf courses, a botanical garden event center, a BMX track, a sports dome, batting cages, an entertainment center, a hotel and a nature center. In addition, we maintain nearly 3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119 multi-purpose athletic fields, more than 100 parks, nearly 80 miles of trails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre South Platte Park.
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