Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $25.55 - $28.39
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Flexible Schedule
Employee assistance program
Professional development opportunities
Job Description
Parks Tacoma is an independent park district located in Tacoma, Washington, recognized for its CAPRA accreditation and AZA accreditation. The district is committed to fostering a vibrant, healthy, and sustainable community. As a cornerstone of Tacoma's community life, Parks Tacoma manages a diverse array of outdoor and indoor recreational resources including more than 70 parks, over 80 miles of trails, 1,000 acres of urban forest, 66 playgrounds, four community centers, and notable attractions such as Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and Northwest Trek Wildlife Park. The district's core values—innovation, excellence, equity, inclusiveness, sustainability, accountability, safety, and fun—guide all its endeavors... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience in culinary arts or teaching cooking classes preferred
- Ability to travel between community centers and offsite locations
- Flexibility in work schedule including daytime, evening and weekend hours
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
- Valid driver's license and ability to drive district vehicle may be required
- Ability to perform CPR and respond to emergency situations
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations
- Commitment to equity and inclusiveness
Job Qualifications
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of assigned recreation programs, activities, and services
- Demonstrate knowledge of safety guidelines and practices
- Skill in overseeing and instructing/teaching others
- Ability to handle conflict and solve problems using tact, patience, and courtesy
- Ability to navigate emergency situations
- Work with diverse groups of people in a tactful, effective, and respectful manner
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, the community and program participants
- Follow instructions, both written and verbal
- Ability to safely perform job tasks in a variety of park and non-park settings
Job Duties
- Provide support to and collaborate with other department staff to assist with planning, preparing and implementing programs
- Plan and prepare instruction materials or lesson plans or implement already established lesson plans
- Instruct and/or teach participants using excellent citizenship, sportsmanship, and inclusivity
- Assess and evaluate student progress and provide feedback
- Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment
- Track attendance reports as required
- Provide a positive attitude toward program participants and staff
- encourage and serve as a positive role model
- Maintain communication with staff, participants, and/or parents/guardians as needed
- Ensure program/facility rules, policies and procedures are followed
- maintain and enforce safety standards and expectations
- Ensure proper use, care and storage of program equipment and supplies
- Plan, prepare and instruct and/or teach programs that require additional certifications, experience and/or education
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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