Recreation Instructor - Backpacking

Overview

This position will teach recreational skills in accordance with the principles and guidance of the governing body of the program, ensuring an enjoyable and rewarding experience for students.

We are looking for part-time Backpacking Instructors to serve our Backpacking Summer Camps. This position is ideal for anyone with strong recreational skills and experience instructing students. As a Recreation Instructor I for the Town of Mammoth Lakes, you will provide instruction for private and group lessons for youth. Scheduled hours vary depending on programming. Anticipated program duration is three (3) weeks.

Supervision received
Receives general supervision from the Recreation Supervisor(s) and indirect supervision from the Recreation Manager.

• Assess and mitigate risks that arise during the course of programming.
• Develop quality lesson plans, activities, and skills progressions for groups and individuals.
• Lead participants and adjust instruction as needed according to group age, ability, etc.
• Meet with parents to discuss participant’s progress, and keep students and parents informed of current activities and skill development opportunities.
• Keep records of completed reports, certificates, and attendance.
• Maintain training and education certifications as needed.
• Remain knowledgeable of the latest rules, regulations, and trends of the activity.
• Establish and maintain class morale and a motivating environment.
• Ensure all students receive an equitable amount of instruction.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Ability to: Proficiently perform the skill you are instructing; provide a positive role model for participants; lead and instruct individual and group classes; complete work with little to no oversight; establish and maintain effective working relationships; react with good judgment in an emergency situation; communicate clearly and concisely; work an irregular schedule (early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays); adhere to Town and department rules, safety regulations;
  
  understand and carry out oral and written directions; perform general clerical work including maintaining records and compiling information for reports; pass a background check prior to hire date.
• Knowledge of procedures for developing activity-specific classes, programs, and special events; occupational hazards and standard safety precautions; CPR/First Aid certification.
• Experience & Training:
  Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities; equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade preferred; certification to teach from a recognized governing body is highly preferable.
• Experience:
  
  Some experience in recreational and/or child-related activities, programs, and/or coaching.
• Licenses:
  Possession of or ability to obtain prior to beginning work:
  Wilderness First Responder;
  First Aid, CPR, and AED Certificates; any other certificates legally required; possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver’s license within ten (10) days from hire date (preferred).

• Disclaimer:
  The duties listed are illustrations of work that may be performed. The Town may revise or change classification duties and responsibilities as needed. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change.
• This is an at-will, part-time position with no benefits other than those required by state and federal law. Either party may terminate employment at any time for any reason, with or without cause.
• Part-time positions carry a maximum of 960 total paid hours per fiscal year and are not a guarantee of future employment with the Town of Mammoth Lakes.
• All employment is conditioned on the results of applicable pre-employment checks.
• Compensation shown on this posting is the entire pay scale, in compliance with the California Equal Pay Act. The posting may include quotes from town rules regarding pay progression and merit-based advancements.