The City of Lenexa’s Parks and Recreation Department is currently accepting applications for a part-time, year-round Recreation Program Instructor - Youth Sports.

If you have experience in youth sports and want to use your talents to grow and succeed as a valued member of our team, apply today!

Position Summary

Instructs Lenexa Parks and Recreation program participants in recreation classes. Prepares curriculum and presents it to participants as a positive first contact on behalf of the City. Instructs youth sports programs as well as provide field supervision for leagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in creating and planning course curriculum, developing materials and programs that can continually be used by the City.
• Instructs and delivers classes to participants.
• Assists in set up, supervising, and tear down for youth sport leagues.

Additional Examples of Work Performed

• Assists with special events and festivals as needed.
• Assists in the promotion of classes including writing materials for Town Talk and/or other marketing material as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications

Minimum: High school diploma or G.E.D.; Two years’ instruction and customer service experience; Any certification required for an instructor to teach a specific class; CPR/AED certification.

Desired: General parks and recreation experience.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting rate of pay is $16.50 per hour depending on qualifications and directly related experience.

Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical and drug screen. A background check is required if over the age of 18.

To apply complete an online application. Please attach your resume reflecting your work history and/or applicable experience you have (work, volunteer, school activities, etc.). Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly, with consistency and respect, while providing a positive, challenging and rewarding work environment. We value and encourage diversity in our workplace.