Instructor- Part-time (Boxing and Senior Programs)

Instructor- Part-time (Boxing and Senior Programs)

Salary

$21.66 - $26.15 Hourly

Location

City of Pasadena, CA

Job Type

2025 - REG PT 0-19 HRS A WK

Job Number

27-013

Department

Parks, Recreation and Community Services

Division

Recreation

Opening Date

07/30/2026

Closing Date

8/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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The City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department has an immediate need for Instructors knowledgeable and passionate about boxing and senior programs and classes. These positions require experience in instructing techniques and fundamentals of boxing and senior programs as well as passion for working with a diverse community and providing exceptional services.

Instructor (Boxing Programs Instructor) will be responsible for developing and teaching dynamic, engaging boxing classes and workshops for youth and/or adults. The Boxing Instructors will create a safe, motivating environment that supports skill development, fitness, and confidence for participants of all experience levels.

Instructor (Senior Programs Instructor) will be responsible for class curriculum and teaching assigned courses and workshops for adults ages 50+, covering areas such as arts and crafts, technology, enrichment, and social activities.

Work Schedules

Instructor (Boxing Programs Instructor) - works up to 19 hours per week with a flexible work schedule that may include evenings and weekends. Working hours are Monday through Thursday from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Fridays from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Hours are subject to change. Boxing Program Instructor may be assigned to teach at multiple facilities within the department based on program needs.

Instructor (Senior Programs Instructor)- works up to 19 hours per week with a flexible work schedule that may include evenings and weekends. Working hours are Monday through Friday between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturdays between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Hours are subject to change. Classes for Senior Programs will be taught primarily in the mornings, and the Instructor may be assigned to teach at multiple facilities within the department based on program needs.

Appointment will be made for boxing or senior programs depending on experience and qualifications. Please note that hours may be adjusted as needed to accommodate program requirements and class schedules.

To learn more about both programs click Recreation and Community Services Department website.

Essential Functions

The major responsibilities of this position are listed below. For more detailed information, please review the Instructor job description.

Boxing Instructor (Part-Time) and Senior Programs Instructor (Part-Time)

• Develops and teaches a variety of boxing lessons and workshops and boxing programs areas and sports for youth and/or adults.
• Implements programming and provides positive reinforcement to encourage a fun and supportive environment.
• Establishes, and maintains cohesive group participation.
• Adjusts and continually improves material flexibility in response to student needs, innovations in the field, and technological delivery options.
• Provides supervision in the absence of the Site Coordinator.
• Provides support to other recreation sites as needed.
• Follows and enforces established program policies, safety standards, and procedures.
• Provides general program support, including answering participant questions.
• Determines and recommends supplies and equipment needed for assigned classes; transports and ensures the security of equipment and supplies issued.
• Continually observes and takes the necessary precautions to ensure the safety and security of program participants.
• Trains for competitions on an amateur level. Provides health and nutritional awareness.
• Builds a foundation for good sportsmanship. Develops participants' character and self-esteem.
• Promotes good public relations for the City; builds community relations with park, boxing site, and/or community center patrons, participants, community and other City Departments.
• Maintains records (attendance reports, progress reports, program planning proposals and accident reports) and submits reports in a timely manner.
• Creates class curriculum and teaches assigned courses and workshops for adults ages 50+, covering areas such as arts and crafts, technology, enrichment, and social activities.
• Creates a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment that supports older adults with varying abilities and skill levels.
• Determines and recommends supplies and equipment needed for assigned classes.
• Maintains attendance and class records. Works closely with older adult participants, volunteers, and community partners to promote engagement in senior programs.
• Follows and enforces established program policies, safety standards, and procedures.
• Provides general program support, including answering participant questions.
• Ensures classroom spaces are properly set up and broken down before and after activities.
• Performs related duties as assigned by the Senior Programs Coordinator.

CORE COMPETENCIES

The following list represents the core competencies needed for success in this position.

• Action and Result Focus initiates tasks and focuses on accomplishment.
• Innovation imagining and devising new and better ways of doing things.
• Customer Focus attends to the needs and expectations of the customers.
• Developing Others supports others in stretching and expanding their capabilities.
• General Physical Ability uses strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
• Group Facilitation enables constructive and productive group interaction.
• Handling Conflict manages interpersonally strained situations.
• Oral and Written Communication engages effectively in dialogue.
• Teamwork collaborates with others to achieve shared goals.
• Safety Focus shows vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazard.

Qualification Guidelines

Minimum qualifications:

• Instructor (Boxing Programs Instructor) a minimum of one year of recent experience teaching boxing classes or at least one year of education in recreation/physical education or related field.
• Instructor (Senior Programs Instructor) a minimum of one year of recent experience teaching assigned courses and workshops for adults/ senior ages or at least one year of education in recreation/physical education or related field.

Desired qualifications:

• Individuals with two or more years of recent experience in related field.
• Knowledge and experience in leading instruction of basic boxing fundamentals to a minimum of 15 participants at one time.
• Certified Coach with USA Boxing within 6 months of employment.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Selection Process:

The selection process may consist of any combination of training and experience evaluation, Subject Matter Expert (SME) review and the most highly qualified candidates may be invited to participate in a written, structured interview, performance examination, and/ or departmental selection interview.

Vacancy Information:

There are two vacancies in the Recreation and Community Services Department. The resulting eligibility list from this recruitment may be used to fill these vacancies and similar vacancies in the future. These positions are at-will, part-time up to 19 hours per week.

Special Requirements

Instructor (Boxing Programs Instructor) - works up to 19 hours per week with a flexible work schedule that may include evenings and weekends. Working hours are Monday through Thursday from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Fridays from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Hours are subject to change.

Instructor (Senior Programs Instructor)- works up to 19 hours per week with a flexible work schedule that may include evenings and weekends. Working hours are Monday through Friday between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturdays between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Hours are subject to change.

Please note that hours may be adjusted as needed to accommodate program requirements and class schedules.

FICA Alternative Plan:

The City of Pasadena does not participate in Social Security. In lieu of Social Security, hourly employees who are not already members of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) are automatically enrolled in the FICA Alternative plan administered by Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) upon date of hire. Employees contribute 7.5% of the gross earnings on a pre-tax basis to the plan.

Existing CalPERS members*

The City of Pasadena contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) to offer a defined benefits program for eligible employees.

"New" CalPERS members are subject to the provisions of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) and receive the following benefit formula: 2% at 62

• Please note that City Service Workers are excluded from the Citys contract with CalPERS. Thus, existing CalPERS members also will be enrolled in the FICA alternative plan administered by PARS instead.

Health Insurance:

The City contracts with CalPERS to offer several comprehensive health plans that include Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans and Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) to hourly employees who work at least 30 hours a week.

Other Benefits include:

• Paid sick leave
• Free Employee Assistance Program

01

To further assist us with reviewing your qualifications, please answer the following questions. Please complete all sections of this form truthfully and completely. Your responses will be validated if you are considered one of the most qualified applicants. Although resumes will be accepted and evaluated, this form must be completed if the application is to be considered valid. "See resume" is not a valid response to work history. Your responses should be clearly described in your application work history experience. Please select yes to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

02

What best describes your years of recent experience as an Instructor in one of the following content areas: boxing and senior programs?

• Less than 1 year of experience.
• At least one year of recent experience.
• 2 to 3 years of recent experience.
• 3 or more years of recent experience.

03

Briefly list the recreation content area(s) that you are most qualified to develop and teach classes and include a brief description of the work you have performed. Your response will be verified in the work experience section of your application. If no experience, respond "N/A".

04

What populations do you have experience working with as an Instructor or similar position? (Check all that apply)

• Youth ages 8-17
• Adults 18+
• Ages 50 + above
• No experience

05

What Instructor position are you interested in?

• Instructor (Boxing Programs)
• Instructor (Senior Programs)
• Both Instructor Boxing and Senior Programs

06

Are you available to work a varied work schedule that includes evenings and weekends?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Pasadena

Address 100 N. Garfield Ave., Rm S135

P. O. Box 7115

Pasadena, California, 91109-7215

Phone (626) 744-4366

(626) 744-4366

Website http://www.cityofpasadena.net/humanresources