Track & Field Instructor Salary $19.15 - $20.50 Hourly
Location: Burlington, VT Job Type: Temporary, Seasonal Job Number: BPRW Department: Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Division Recreation
Opening Date: 02/26/2026 Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: Non Union
Description Benefits Questions
General Purpose Summer Track & Field Instructors work in cooperation with Burlington Parks, Recreation & Waterfront staff to facilitate our track & field program for ages 7-15. They will be responsible for designing lesson plans/curriculum, instructing and supervising participants.
This position is for Mondays and Wednesdays from June 15 - July 20. Must be available from 6:30-7:45pm on those evenings and on July 18 for the VRPA State Meet which is an all-day event in St. Johnsbury.
Union Affiliation: Non-Union Pay Grade: $19.15 - $20.50 Hourly Remote: Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week.
Essential Job Functions Follow all departmental and rules and regulations. Assist Program Director in organizing and facilitating lesson plans/curriculum of program. Assist Program Director in supervising and instructing participants. Check area for safety hazards and report deficiencies to supervisor. Maintain a safe and clean environment. Attend staff meetings and staff trainings as required. Report all accidents/incidents occurring within jurisdiction to supervisor. Administer proper First Aid as required. Required to be on site before the program starts for set up and preparation. Required to clean up at the end of the day. Any and all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements
Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development. Previous experience working with children in a group or individualized situation preferred. Ability to supervise and organize groups of children for sport specific program. Knowledge of sport specific rules and regulations. A cooperative attitude and a team player. Must have a desire to work with children and demonstrate enthusiasm, dependability, and good communication skills. Ability to work independently under general supervision. Hold or obtain current CPR/AED and First Aid certification upon hiring.
This is a Temporary or Seasonal Position that is Not Eligible for City of Burlington Benefits
Are you first aid certified, or able to become certified before work begins? Yes No
Do you have previous experience working with children in a group or individualized setting? Yes No
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Employer City of Burlington, Vermont Address: 149 Church St. Burlington, Vermont, 05401 Phone: 802-540-2505 Website: https://www.burlingtonvt.gov