Creative Writing Instructor Jobs in Highlands Ranch, CO

The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.

HIRING RANGE: $16.75 - $17.80/hour

Duties include overseeing/assisting open wall climbing customers, instructing youth in the fundamentals of rock climbing, teaching proper techniques through controlled assistance, and working closely with participants and parents.

The City of Lakewood is currently recruiting variable employees for this position. A variable employee is an at-will employee who works in a seasonal or temporary capacity. Their work schedule is based on business need. This position would be a part-time non benefitted position.

ABOUT COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Community Resources is committed to providing high quality park, recreation, family and

cultural services and facilities that inspire enjoyment, learning and wellness in the lives of those who live, work and play in Lakewood. We value leadership, integrity, communication and connection, diversity and adaptability.

MAJOR TASKS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES. (This job description does not intend to list every function of the position).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Must be energetic, a positive motivator and team player.

Experienced in an indoor climbing wall environment.

Experience in outdoor climbing preferred.

Previous experience supervising preschool and elementary age children preferred.

Must be belay certified.

CPR/First Aid Certifications are preferred or may be required within 3 months of hire date.

Inventory and maintain all program equipment.

Assist in the development and enforcement of policies and procedures, emphasizing safety.

Distribute program material as directed.

Must attend required staff meetings and trainings.

Ability to make decisions and enforce policies to ensure safety of staff and participants at all times.

Minimum age requirement is 15 years old.

Criminal background check may be required.

HOURS OF WORK

Weekday afternoons 4:15-8:00pm, possibility of Saturdays 9am-1:30pm.

Summer Camp hours 9am-3pm Monday-Friday.

IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS

Demonstrate creative ability in age-appropriate class design.

Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Supervision Received:

Receives general supervision from Recreation Coordinator, as well as lead climbing staff.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Education:

Technical knowledge of the sport of rock climbing.

Preferred Certifications:

Current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to perform the basic maneuvers of the sport of rock climbing.

Ability to belay.

Good vision, balance, coordination, arm/hand/leg movements.

Ability to give good, clear verbal direction to groups of 10 or more.

Ability to motivate and work with children and adults of all abilities.

Ability to follow supervisor's instructions.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to deal effectively with emergency situations.

Ability to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.

Ability to be flexible in work schedule.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Lifting or Carrying:

Ability to lift and carry floor mats/equipment in and out of closet with assistance.

Body Positions/Movements:

Ability to stand, walk, run, sit, bend, stoop, squat, twist, reach.

Ability to work with participants at different heights and angles.

Hearing:

Must be able to communicate with staff and participants via phone and in person.

Vision:

Must be able to instruct, observe, and demonstrate all class program aspects.

Must be able to observe potential dangerous maneuvers.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Remembering:

Must remember participants' names and abilities, follow-up with participants, parents, staff, and recall how to respond to emergency situations.

Must remember policies and procedures and apply them accordingly.

Language Ability:

Must be able to read accurately.

Must be able to demonstrate logic and verbally communicate.

Reasoning:

Must be able to demonstrate good judgement and assessment of skills.

Must be able to demonstrate sound decision-making skills and be reactive to the needs of the participants in providing intervention to injury.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed at an indoor rock wall. Interaction with participants and parents, co-workers, and general public.

EQUIPMENT USED

Climbing harnesses

Belay devices

Auto belay devices

Climbing Shoes

Misc. Climbing Equipment