Instructor, Community Recreation (West)

Instructor, Community Recreation (West)

Department: Athletics, Wellness, and Community Recreation

Location: Western Campus

Reports To: Community Recreation Coordinator

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID: req4636

Employment Type: Part-Time Faculty

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: Hours depend on program needs; days, evenings, and weekends. Flexibility required.

Job Description:

SUMMARY

Provide instruction of non-credit recreational courses offered through the Athletics, Wellness & Community Recreation Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for providing instruction to students and community members

• Responsible for developing and presenting the department with a curriculum that provides students with a full experience and is

• structured to accommodate all fitness levels

• Responsible for setting up and cleaning up after each class

• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)

• Minimum of two years of demonstrated experience

• Required CPR/first aid certifications

• Ability to read, understand, and enforce safety procedures

• Ability to perform an aerobic activity for the duration of the class

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Possess basic knowledge of fundamental subject area concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to apply in varied situations as it pertains to the departmental focus

• Possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

• Demonstrated basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

• Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of a diverse population

COMPETENCIES

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

• Service Focus

• Communication

• Quality of Work

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

• Time Utilization

• Collaboration

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

• Adaptability

• Continuous Improvement

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• Associates Degree in related field

• Demonstrated experience with community-based instruction

• Certifications/licenses, as applicable

• Professional presentation skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

(The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• The work may be performed in a normal, professional office environment;

• The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated;

• Work may be partially performed in an environment with sufficient noise that may cause an employee to shout in order to be heard above the noise level

• Work may be partially performed in an outdoor environment where employees may not be protected from weather conditions

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.