Instructor-Brambleton Center

Instructor-Brambleton Center

Salary

$20.00 Hourly

Location

Roanoke, VA

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

201003764

Department

Parks, Rec & Tour - Recreation

Opening Date

10/02/2026

Closing Date

10/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Serves as an instructor on a seasonal/occasional, 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. Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Recreation staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Hours required for this position: 1-3 per week

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 drivers 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.

Employer County of Roanoke Virginia

Address 5204 Bernard Drive

Roanoke, Virginia, 24018

Phone 540-772-2018

Website http://www.roanokecountyva.gov