Instructor I - Recreation 2026 Salary
$14.97 - $21.15 Hourly
Location City of Wichita - City Hall, KS
Job Type Limited Part-time
Job Number INSTRUCTOR 1 - Recreation 25-26
Department Parks and Recreation Division
PARK Recreation Opening Date: 12/29/2025 Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit NONE
Description Benefits Questions
The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.
Distinguishing Features of Work As an Instructor for Park and Recreation, you will play a vital role in delivering dynamic and engaging classes and activities at various City facilities, including Recreation Centers, Athletics programs, Tennis Centers, Watson Park, and golf course clubhouses. This limited part-time role offers a unique opportunity to share your expertise and passion in subjects such as arts, crafts, sports, music, or playground activities, enriching the lives of participants of all ages and backgrounds. You will design and lead interactive programs that cater to varying experience levels, ensuring each participant feels included and inspired. Your role may extend to coordinating class logistics, managing materials, and guiding fellow instructors, all while creating a welcoming environment that promotes community connection, physical fitness, and lifelong learning. This flexible position offers the satisfaction of making a meaningful impact in your community through high-quality recreational experiences.
THIS IS A LIMITED PART-TIME POSITION
The day and hours for this position: varies
Bargaining Unit: No Union Representation
Posting may close at any time
Examples of Work Performed Designing the course and writing course descriptions. Developing and submitting a lesson plan and materials list. Effectively conveying the information that was advertised to participants. Keeping track of class rosters. Notifying the appropriate supervisor if any changes occur in the class schedule content or the instructors ability to conduct the class. If applicable, turning in time sheets by the dates specified in order for prompt payment to be made. Instructs classes, activities, or games in an area of expertise. Works directly with class participants. Organizes materials for class instruction and completes preparation accordingly. Perform basic custodial duties. Sets up and takes down building furnishings and arrangements.
These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other job-related duties may be assigned as needed.
Requirements of Work
Considerable knowledge of the subject or activity to be taught Sufficient skill in the subject or activity to be credible as an instructor Ability to teach students who have a wide variety of experience and aptitude Ability to develop a class plan, and to organize and conduct classes according to the plan Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing, and/or by whatever creative means are necessary to cross communication barriers Ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates, participants and the public Ability to lift and carry equipment, furniture and/or supplies required for the assigned activity May require ability to work outdoors in unpleasant weather conditions May require ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds and windy conditions May require ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Drivers License.
Experience and Training Required
Experience and Training Must be at least 17 years old. Six months of experience and/or education in the subject or activity to demonstrate the necessary skill level to be effective in teaching class and/or conducting activities and games. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
Preferred Experience and Training
Six months of experience teaching or conducting activities in a recreational, educational, or related setting. Six months of experience developing class plans, lesson outlines, or course descriptions.
Application Requirements
Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of a criminal record check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:
https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdfhttps://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdfhttps://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf
Seasonal/Part-time-Limited Benefits
The City of Wichita is committed to providing a competitive pay and benefits package that helps the City hire and keep good employees. Find out more about what the City offers in the following sections.
Employee Assistance Program
Training 01 At the time I am completing this application I am 17 years old or older Yes No
02 Are you 18 years of age or older at the time of application? yes no
03 I have the following experience and/or education in the subject or activity, demonstrating the necessary skill level to effectively teach classes and/or conduct activities and games: Less than 6 months experience 6 months - 1 year of experience 2 - 3 years experience 4+ years experience I do not have any experience and/or education in the subject or activity, demonstrating the necessary skill level to effectively teach classes and/or conduct activities and games.
04 I have the following experience teaching a class and/or conducting activities in a recreational, educational setting. Less than 6 months experience 6 months - 1 year experience 2 - 3 years experience 4+ years experience I do not have any experience conducting activities in a recreational, educational setting.
05 I have following years of experience developing class plans, lesson outlines, or course descriptions. Less than 6 months experience 6 months - 1 year experience 1 -2 years experience 3 + years experience I do not have any experience developing class plans, lesson outlines, or course descriptions.
06 Which of the following areas is your experience or background related to? (Select all that apply.) " Fitness Martial Arts Crafts/Hobbies Visual Arts Nature/ Outdoors Performing Arts None of the above
07 If you selected any of the above, please indicate what skills or classes you are qualified to teach for each area selected.
08 I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Yes No
Employer City of Wichita Address 455 N. Main Wichita, Kansas, 67202 Phone 316-268-4531 Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wichita