Pottery Program Instructor II - Part Time

Provides quality instruction or modifications of activities and programs for the benefit of the participants.
The days of work and hours will vary with each class.
This position will report to a Recreation Coordinator.
The salary range for this position is $15.
16- $20.
47, depending on qualifications and experience.
Position will remain open until filled.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Instruct registered participants Develop and implement age appropriate lesson plan Performs assigned classroom duties related to the specified activity Pottery duties include firing and loading kiln Inspect environment and equipment to ensure safety Handle emergencies according to established procedures Complete administrative tasks such as skill assessment of participants, attendance sheets, class evaluations, class descriptions for brochures and provide make-up sessions as required.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY DUTIES: Volunteers assisting in the activity or program.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, skills and abilities: Knowledge of activity required.
Strong oral communication skills are necessary and required.
Work with a diverse group of people effectively and diplomatically.
Strong customer service skills are required and necessary.
Handle difficult situations involving participants with patience, good judgment, and with diplomacy is expected.
Understand, learn and use adaptations, accommodations and physical assistance techniques required for individuals with disabilities as needed.
Handle confidential information.
Competent organizational and planning skills Core Competencies: Accountability, Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness Education and/or experience: Course work in recreation, education or related field preferred.
Previous participation in and sound knowledge of the activity is preferred.
Previous experience teaching or co-teaching of the designated programming preferred.
Licensure and/or certifications: Must possess or be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of hire date.
Material and equipment directly used: Basic office machines, audio-visual equipment, telephone, kiln Working conditions and physical requirements: Must be able to physically lead and demonstrate the skill and/or activity in an indoor setting.
Will be required to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends.
May require pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, moving and positioning up to 25 pounds.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
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A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong! Non Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes: Retirement – 457 employee funded plan Medical Leave – Up to 48 hours accrued.
Accrue 1 hour of leave per 30 hours worked Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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A criminal history background check, including a criminal sex offender search, will be obtained pre-employment.
Experience Required Previous participation in and sound knowledge of the activity.
Preferred Previous experience teaching or co-teaching of the designated programming.
Course work in recreation, education or related field.
Education Preferred Some college or better in Recreation or related field Some college or better in Education or related field