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Description

Join Our Team as an Instructor at Garden Home Recreation Center!

Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as instructors in art, sports, Taekwondo, Dance, and youth cooking. If you are excited about recreation and ready to share your expertise with the community, we would love to hear from you!

Our instructors engage with a diverse community, offering classes for all ages—from preschoolers to seniors. Classes are conducted both indoors and outdoors, and we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and safe environment for all participants.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and instruct recreational programs, or classes based on your expertise.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment for participants of all ages and skill levels.
• Develop and implement engaging curriculum and activities to meet program goals.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of participants during classes or programs.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and support to participants to enhance their learning experience.
  
  

The Tualatin Hills Garden Home Recreation Center is seeking instructors for the following:

• Dance
• Basketball
• Pre-gymnastics/Tumbling
• Preschool Level Sports Introduction
• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Art
  
  

Qualifications

• Relevant experience and expertise in the subject matter you wish to instruct.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse participants.
• Passion for creating a positive and enjoyable learning experience.
  
  

Schedule

• Part-time with flexible hours based on program needs.
• Staff are typically scheduled between 2 to 29 hours per week, from 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM throughout the week, with opportunities to work on Saturdays and Sundays.
• Part-time employees have variable schedules and may work less than 1,560 hours per year.
  
  

Positions

• Instructor I: No teaching experience required, must love working with people of all ages and abilities; able to work inside and outside; and be at least 16 years of age.
• Instructor II: Must have at least 1 year of experience in leading and instructing general classes and be at least 16 years of age.
• Instructor III: Must have over 1 year of experience and specialized training in the assigned program area; and be 18 years of age. Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record may be required for some positions.
• Instructor IV: Experience: Over two (2) years of experience in the specialty area AND Education/Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade plus additional specialized training equivalent to four years of college.
  
  

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Classification Status

THPRD is hiring for multiple roles with hours varying based on program needs.

• Part-Time Variable (PT): Employees generally work fewer than 20 hours per week and no more than 1,560 hours annually.
• Seasonal: Work up to 40 hours per week for a maximum of six consecutive months.
• Part-Time Benefits Eligible (PTB): Work an average of 20 to 29 hours per week year-round and qualify for enrollment in a benefits package.
  
  

For more information about our part-time classifications, please visit Part-Time Classifications.

Application Review

The hiring team will review applications as they are received to assess fit for the role. If your qualifications align with our needs, we will contact you directly to discuss the next steps. Please note, this recruitment process will be used to fill multiple openings and will continue until all positions are filled.

THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@thprd.org.

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What We Offer You

Enjoy comprehensive benefits as a part-time employee, including access to a confidential Employee Assistant Program, complimentary drop-in visits to THPRD recreation facilities, discounts on various class offerings and more! THPRD is committed to providing flexible part-time employment options tailored to your individual needs. To discover more about the available classifications, and detailed benefits, please visit Part-Time Classifications, or explore the information and links provided below:

Benefits Guide

• Part-Time Variable (PT) and Seasonal
• Part-Time Benefits (PTB) Eligible
  
  

Available To All Classifications

Great Place to Work

• THPRD is a certified Great Place to Work as of June 2024!
• THPRD offers opportunities to participate in Employee Resource Groups, including employee-led affinity groups, a Transformation & Allyship Group, or the district’s Welcoming & Inclusive Committee. These groups each support equity and justice-based work within the district. Participation is included as regular paid time for part-time or full-time employees. To learn more, visit THPRD’s Employee Resource Group webpage.
• Bilingual employees who utilize their language skills in the workplace up to 10% of the time, can earn an additional 3% pay incentive
• Employee appreciation events, employee recognition programs and more!
  
  

Health & Wellness

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which includes, legal consultations and mediation, wellness and gym discounts, up to six (6) free counseling sessions, per counseling issue, life and career coaching, home ownership and housing support program and much more! All members of the employee’s household are covered and may use EAP services.
• An Employee Wellness Program (EWP), allowing free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for you and your household
• Employees and their household can register for camps and classes during in-district registration and receive a 20% discount
  
  

Leave

• Paid Time Off - Paid leave type for part-time variable and part-time benefits (PTB) eligible employees. Paid Time Off (PTO), will accrue at a rate of one (1) hour earned for every 30 hours worked. This is in addition to Sick leave and may be scheduled by employees for any reason! (available to PT and PTB only)
• The ability to earn and utilize up to forty (40) hours of paid sick leave per year
• Family Medical Leave eligibility for qualified family and medical related reasons
• Paid compassionate leave is available to all part-time employees to grieve the loss of an immediate family member, to make arrangements (if necessary), and to attend memorial services. Employees are eligible for paid compassionate leave for up to the hours scheduled in their average work week.
  
  

Retirement

• Available savings for retirement through a 457(b)-deferred compensation plan by contributing pre-tax dollars from your paycheck
  
  

Local Government

• An opportunity to make a difference within your community through public service
• A variety of opportunities within local government that support your professional development and evolving interests! Opportunities to apply for internal positions, explore a variety of park and recreation careers, and gain meaningful experience.
• THPRD is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. For eligibility requirements and information, please visit the PSLF website
  
  

Community Partnerships

• Seasonal discounts to community partners such as Nike, Adidas, and Columbia Sportswear
  
  

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Do you have a current First Aid and CPR certification OR the ability to obtain upon hire?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Which areas would you be most interested in providing class instruction? Please select all that apply.

• Arts & Crafts
• Cooking
• Dance
• Fitness
• Gymnastics
• Martial Arts
• Language Education
• Music
• Science
• Sports
• Other
  
  

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If You Selected “Other,” Please Specify Below

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Please select the option that best reflects your experience as an instructor.

• No experience
• Less than one year experience
• At least one year experience, but less than two years experience
• Two years of experience
• Three years of experience or more
  
  

05

Briefly tell us about your availability. Please include any days or times you are not available to work.

06

Briefly tell us about your experience as an instructor and any specialized training or lived experiences that make you a strong candidate for this position.

07

Will you be claiming Veterans Preference?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question