Cultural Arts Instructor - Brambleton Center



Cultural Arts Instructor - Brambleton Center

Salary

$18.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Location

Roanoke, VA

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

201001855

Department

Parks, Rec & Tour - Brambleton

Opening Date

08/30/2019

Closing Date

12/1/2019 11:59 PM Eastern

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Serves as a cultural arts instructor for children, youth and adults on a seasonal, contractual or hourly basis. Maintains a safe and controlled atmosphere to ensure a high quality program that meets the standards of the department. Leads a series of recreation programs in diverse areas with minimal supervision. Some class examples include: paint nights, wreath making, jewelry making, sewing/crochet, sign making, etc. Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Recreation staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary dependent on experience and qualifications.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Teaches group classes for designated subject or program.
  • Ensures that all the participants in the class are engaged in the class and that the class abides by established standards.
  • Motivates all class participants to accomplish their goals and keep coming to the classes.
  • Interacts spontaneously with members, guests, and center staff at any given time in the facility to model a personal and inviting atmosphere for the facility.
  • Stays current on recreation trends and how they may influence or affect assigned programming area.
  • Starts and ends classes on time and returns all equipment to proper location.
  • Recommends new and/or replacement equipment for areas.
  • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, contractors, customers, and the general public.
  • Fosters a team environment through daily work habits and a positive attitude.
  • Actively participate in meetings to keep informed of facility issues and information.

REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES

Education
Required: Education or training in the assigned area of programming and instruction.
 
Experience
Required: Some experience in teaching/instructing groups.
Preferred:  Three (3) or more years of experience teaching/instructing classes.
 
Certifications/Licenses
Preferred: Valid Virginia driver's license with good driving record.
Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of group instruction.
  • Knowledge of community recreation program needs.Ability to plan, schedule and coordinate group recreation classes.
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers and the general public.
  • Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing, to wide variety of staff and customers.
Additional Requirements
Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results. Good physical condition. Following a conditional offer of employment, may be required to pass a post offer physical examination. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and some holidays. Minimum age 16.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities
None

OTHER INFORMATION

Benefits are available to full-time positions only.

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Agency
County of Roanoke Virginia
Address
5204 Bernard Drive

Roanoke, Virginia, 24018
Phone
540-772-2018