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Hourly Outreach, Inclusion and Adaptive Recreation Program Job Openings The City of Iowa City Recreation Division is accepting applications for positions within the Hourly Outreach, Inclusion and Adaptive Recreation program. Staff assignments may include one or more of the following positions: Program Instructor - Inclusive and Adaptive Recreation 15.00 per hour Definition of Work: Leads, organizes and directs recreation activities in support of the inclusive and adaptive program area. Skill levels greatly vary within programs; thus the program leader is required to adapt activities to meet individual capabilities. Actively facilitates structured lessons that can cover a wide variety of content areas that include, but is not limited to: STEAM, arts and crafts, cooking and baking, sports, games, social events, outdoor/ nature and cultural competency. Must be flexible and able to adapt to program and participant changes and needs. Assists with special events when necessary. Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and community. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Previous experience in leading recreation programs or teaching skills to persons with special needs and diverse backgrounds preferred. Experience and/ or knowledge in STEAM, arts and crafts, cooking and baking, sports, games, social events, outdoor/ nature, and/ or cultural competency is highly preferred. Please specify any specialized areas of expertise on application. Must pass criminal background check. Hours of Operation: Year-round position with varied schedule that can include mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends. Program Instructor Recreation Outreach 15.00 per hour Definition of Work: Leads recreation activities in support of the outreach program area. This includes the operation of teen programs, initiatives and events. One primary responsibility includes leading the afterschool and summer Teen Dynamics program. Provides leadership and implementation of youth and teen activities, ensuring that program participants receive a quality experience in a safe environment. Programs include formal and informal recreation activities that focus on enhancing community engagement, healthy living and social responsibility including, but not limited to: music, arts and crafts, sports, leisure activities and special events. Must be flexible and able to adapt to program and participant changes and needs. Effectively interacts with and supervises youth and teens participating in the programs. Communicates program information, problems, and concerns to parents/ guardians, participants and program area leadership. Assists with community outreach to underserved individuals. Assists with special events when necessary. Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity within the workplace and community. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Previous experience in recreation or related field and/ or experience in teaching skills to or leading recreation programs with teens and pre-teens preferred. Must enjoy working with teens and pre-teens. Experience and/ or knowledge in sports, games, arts, crafts, cooking, baking, outdoor/ nature programs highly preferred. Please specify any specialized areas of expertise on application. Must pass criminal background check. Hours of Operation: Year-round schedule that generally includes weekday afternoon hours. Some morning, evening and weekend shifts may be needed as well. Program Coordinator Recreation Outreach 16.00 per hour Definition of Work: Plans, organizes and directs recreation activities in support of the outreach program area. This includes the operation of teen programs, initiatives and events. One primary responsibility includes leading the afterschool and summer Teen Dynamics program. Helps develop program content for teens (ages 10-17) among other c mmunity outreach opportunities. Programs will help foster positive self-identify, educational, social, emotional and cultural competencies. Program content may include music, arts and crafts, sports, leisure activities and special events. Conducts outreach and recruitment programs to connect with underserved teen youth. Maintains contact with external community groups, participant parents, and others to create strong working relationships that help promote the effectiveness of teen programs. Provides a healthy and safe environment while ensuring that facilities, equipment and supplies are well-maintained. Assists with special events when necessary. Conducts self in a manner that promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity within the workplace and community. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Previous experience in recreation or related field and/ or experience in teaching skills to or leading recreation programs with teens and pre-teens preferred. Must enjoy working with teens and pre-teens. Experience and/ or knowledge in sports, games, arts, crafts, cooking, baking, outdoor/ nature programs highly preferred. Please specify any specialized areas of expertise on application. Must pass criminal background check. Hours of Operation: Year-round schedule that generally includes weekday afternoon hours. Some morning, evening and weekend shifts may be needed as well. To apply, please use the link to the City s Self Services website at www.icgov. org/ jobs and complete the City of Iowa City online employment application. To comply with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all persons hired will be required to provide verification of identity and employment eligibility per provisions of the Act. The City of Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City of Iowa City is a supporter of the National Career Readiness Certificate.