Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.30
Work Schedule
On-call
Day Shifts
Benefits
457B retirement plan
competitive pay
Flexible Schedule
Opportunity to work with youth
Community impact
Job Description
The City and County of Denver stand as a beacon of community service, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce of over 11,000 dedicated team members. As an employer, Denver offers competitive pay, great benefits, and a wealth of opportunities, enabling employees to see their work as purposeful and impactful for themselves and the communities they serve. The Parks and Recreation department plays a vital role in enriching the lives of Denver residents by providing accessible, fun, and engaging programs that support learning, social development, and personal growth. This multifaceted approach ensures that the youth of Denver are supported,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Graduation from high school or possession of GED, HiSET or TASC certificate
- Two years of experience as an instructor in an organized specialized recreation program
- Certification in CPR/First Aid at the time of application or prior to completion of probation period
- Licensure and certifications must be kept current as condition of employment
- Ability to travel between various recreation centers
- Availability to work part-time, on-call hours generally Monday to Friday afternoons and early evenings
- Must possess valid work authorization for employment in the U.S.
Job Qualifications
- Graduation from high school or possession of GED, HiSET or TASC certificate
- Two years of experience as an instructor in an organized specialized recreation program
- Certification in CPR/First Aid at the time of application or before probation completion
- Experience coding in Scratch or willingness to learn
- Experience teaching STEM to youth aged 8-18
- Experience working with youth in informal instructional settings
- Experience with community outreach and collaboration
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Publisher, Word, and Outlook
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Job Duties
- Instruct small groups of youth in building and coding LEGO Robotics using LEGO Spike Prime kits and tablets
- Lead the FIRST LEGO League team in the fall and a scrimmage LEGO League team in the spring
- Facilitate the robot building process in adherence with the FIRST LEGO League rulebook and requirements
- Facilitate participants' development of an innovation project related to the year's theme
- Coach participants on approaching challenges and project requirements
- Attend scrimmages, workshops, and tournaments with the team in a coaching capacity
- Travel between recreation centers with equipment to implement programming
- Set up and clean-up before and after classes
- Manage administrative tasks including responding to emails and reporting attendance
- Develop meaningful connections with youth, parents, and recreation center staff
- Assist in training additional staff in LEGO Robotics basics
- Conduct outreach events and recruitment in the community
- Attend meetings up to two times monthly
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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