What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Instructor position at Town of Breckenridge?
The individual(s) in this position are responsible for working with children/youth at the Breckenridge Recreation Center, primarily ages 2 months – 12 years old. The duties will primarily involve supervising children ensuring positive interaction, maintaining even control and resolving disciplinary problems, planning and leading camper activities and ensuring children/youth are engaged and participating fully.
Youth Instructors are also responsible for interacting with the campers and parents, being accountable for the campers at all times, and operating within State Licensing requirements for the BMC Summer Camp program and afterschool programs. Additional responsibilities for this position include adhering to proper check-in and checkout procedures, providing excellent customer service and responding to phone and in-person inquires, and supervising children in the Recreation Center while providing a fun and safe experience. This position may also be responsible for leading games and activities, providing snacks, assisting children in the restroom or changing diapers, cleaning and sanitizing the work area, and other duties as assigned.For additional information regarding this position including important roles, essential job functions & duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, materials and equipment used, working environment, and physical activity required, please view the full position description.
PART-TIME & SEASONAL EMPLOYEE PERKS:
- Options for a seasonal Recreation Center pass OR Golf Pass.
- Paid Time Off - Paid out upon departure if unused.
- Free seasonal Breck E-Ride Bikeshare access.
- Free electric vehicle (EV) charging at various Town-owned locations.
- Returning seasonal staff members may be eligible for a merit increase based on meeting performance expectations.
- Potential furnished seasonal housing available for rent.
Town of Breckenridge Core Values:
The Town of Breckenridge’s Core Values guide us in fostering an inclusive Community, embracing Adaptability and Innovation, upholding Integrity, promoting effective Communication, and practicing Stewardship to responsibly manage Town resources.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must have received a High School Diploma or GED.
- Must have experience working with children.
- To qualify for this position the candidate or employee must pass a criminal background check.
- Basic CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications are required within 60 days of hire.
- Preventing Disease Transmission (PDT) required within 60 days of hire.
- A valid Colorado driver's license with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record required.
- Highly qualified candidates would have experience working with youth ages two (2) months- twelve (12) years.
- One (1) or more years of customer service experience involving youth participants and communications with their parents/guardians.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule.
- College degree in early childhood education, elementary education, special education, family and child development, child psychology or a subject in the human service field preferred.
SENSITIVITY STATUS
Because the Town's Recreation Department positions may involve direct contact with children, the Town requires that the incumbent in this position must have a clear criminal history that bears on their fitness to have responsibility for the safety and well-being of children.
WORK SCHEDULE
Primary shifts for this position generally are Monday - Friday during the school year from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., and on No School Days and Summer Camp dates, shifts are Monday - Saturday from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., as needed. Shifts vary due to participants needs & schedule. Individuals in this position must be flexible in terms of availability; and may on occasion be required to work other shifts as needed, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
This position is 'Open Until Filled'. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until suitable candidates are selected.
Potential Housing Available
The Town of Breckenridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are selected for hire, the Town will provide a conditional job offer and check your references and conduct a background review before confirming your job offer and scheduling your orientation. If pre-employment drug-testing; medical testing; credit check; Motor Vehicle Record; Colorado Bureau of Investigation background review; or, other background reviews are required, the Town generally makes a conditional offer of hire based on successful completion of these additional steps.
Salary : $21 - $23
