Instructor (Youth Sports And Fitness/Wellness) - Up To 19 Hours Per Week

The City of Pasadena - Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department has an immediate need for instructors knowledgeable and passionate about youth sports fitness & wellness. These positions require experience in instructing techniques and fundamentals of basketball, flag football, and some volleyball as well as passion for fitness/ wellness. These opportunities will provide the ability to coach, train, recruit, and officiate sporting activities in a community rich in sportsmanship.

Instructor (Youth Sports Program)

This vacancy teaches and instructs the youth sports programand possesses knowledge of game rules and fundamentals. The candidates must be punctual, reliable, and available during youth sports hours which will include evenings and weekends. The successful candidate must be inclusive, innovative, and able to work with a variety of parents, staff, and participants of varied cultural backgrounds and demographics.

Instructor (Fitness & Wellness)

This vacancy will lead engaging and effective fitness classes for both Youth and Adults, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Responsibilities include planning and delivering workouts, providing instruction on proper techniques, and motivating participants to achieve their wellness goals. The ideal candidate should possess relevant experience working with diverse demographics and a passion for promoting health and fitness.

Work Schedules

Instructor (Youth Sports) - works up to 19 hours per week with a varied work schedule that may include working evenings and weekends. Typically, youth sports working hours are Monday through Friday 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm and Saturday's 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Hours are subject to change.

Instructor (Fitness & Wellness)-works up to 19 hours per week with a flexible work schedule that may include evenings and weekends. Typically, fitness and wellness working hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, and Saturdays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Hours are subject to change.

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Essential Functions

The major responsibilities of this position are listed below. For more information, please review job description.

• Develops and teaches assigned sports classes, practices, camps, clinics, trainings, tournaments, games, and workshops in program areas such as youth basketball, flag football, and volleyball.

• Develops lesson plans, practice schedules, athletic skills and fundamentals for each sport.

• Encourages sportsmanship; provides structured team competition.

• Monitors sports leagues and facilities.

• Tracks and monitors equipment at sports facilities and may oversee parking at sporting events.

• Determines and recommends supplies and equipment needed for sports classes and related activities.

• Transports and ensures security of equipment and supplies issued.

• Maintains attendance and other records as required.

• Physical strength and ability to carry and pull 25 pounds on a regular basis.

• Follow and enforce established policies and procedures.

Qualification Guidelines

COMPETENCIES

The following list represents the core competencies needed for success in this position.

• Adaptabilityresponds positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires.

• Assessing Talentidentifies performance capabilities and potential in others.

• Customer Focusattendsto the needs and expectations of customers.

• Handling Conflictmanages interpersonally strained situations.

• Leadership guides and encouraging other to accomplish a common goal.

• Oral Communication engages effectively in dialogue.

• Professional Integrity & Ethics displays honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability.

• Relationship Building establishes rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships.

• Safety Focus shows vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Instructor (Youth Sports) a minimum of one year of recent experience teaching team sports in the area(s) of basketball, flag football, soccer, and volleyball or at least one year of education in Recreation/Physical Education or related field.

• Instructor (Fitness & Wellness) a minimum of one year of recent experience teaching fitness and wellness classes in areas such as strength training, cardio exercises, yoga, and/or Pilates, or alternatively, at least one year of education in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.

• Adaptive and inclusive work recreation experience highlypreferred for both positions.

SELECTION PROCESS

The selection process may consist of a combination of training and experience evaluation, interview panel, and/or department-level interviews.

VACANCIES

There are currently two vacancy in the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department. The resulting eligibility list from this recruitment may be used to fill this vacancy and similar vacancies in the future.

Special Requirements

Instructor (Youth Sports) this position works up to 19 hours per week with a varied work schedule that may include working evenings and weekends. Typically, youth sports working hours are Monday through Friday 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm and Saturday's 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Instructor (Fitness & Wellness) this position works up to 19 hours per week with a flexible and varied schedule, potentially including evenings and weekends. Typically, hours for fitness and wellness activities are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, and Saturdays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Please note that hours may be adjusted as needed to accommodate program requirements and class schedules.