Description Bring the energy, spark the fun, and help young athletes discover their love for sports! This position will lead Parent/Tot Sports classes and sports classes for 3-8 year old's. Classes are Monday-Wednesday from 4:00pm-7:30pm. The instructor will lead, instruct, and guide a variety of sport classes and activities in a recreational setting according to program curriculum. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Implement and/or instruct program in assigned area. • Maintains records including: attendance, maintenance/neatness of the site and equipment. • Monitor weather conditions and security of program sites. • Supervise participants, ensure safety, enforce rules, follow discipline guidelines and resolve problems as needed. • Maintain an open channel of communication to the Supervisor and inform the Supervisor of problems or potential problems (i.e. disruptive behavior, injuries, dangerous equipment) including undesirable behaviors; assists with documentation when necessary. • Uses time appropriately to prepare for different aspects of the program. • Attend all trainings and meetings as required for the position. • Maintains knowledge of park district policies, procedures, and guidelines. • Performs all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Park District’s safety program. • Performs any additional related tasks as required. Requirements • 16 years of age or older. • Experience working with children preferred. • Experience playing or coaching any level of assigned sport category. • C.P.R. and First Aid Certification required; ability to certify at time of hire. • Must have the ability to communicate instructions in a professional and enthusiastic manner. • Must have strong interpersonal skills and work well with the public and other staff. • Ability to establish a positive rapport by using tact and discretion with participants, parents and staff. • Must be detail oriented to be able to process information accurately.