Instructor II-Pottery Part Time

Job Summary:

Provides quality instruction or modifications of activities and programs for the benefit of the participants. The days of work and hours will vary with each class

The salary range for this position is $15.52- $20.96 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. This opportunity will remain open until filled.

This is a part time position working less than 20 hours per week.

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Essential Functions:

• Instruct registered participants.
• Develop and implement age appropriate lesson plan.
• Perform assigned classroom duties related to the specified activity.
• Pottery duties include firing and loading kiln.
• Inspect environment and equipment to ensure safety.
• Handle emergencies according to established procedures.
• Complete administrative tasks such as skill assessment of participants, attendance sheets, class evaluations, class descriptions for brochures and provide make-up sessions as required.

Other Job Functions:

• May supervise volunteers assisting in the activity or program.
• May assist with special events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School graduate or GED required.
• Course work or experience in recreation, education or related field preferred.

Experience:

Required:

• 1 year previous participation in and sound knowledge of the activity required.
• Experience working in Microsoft Office required.

Preferred:

• Experience as a primary activity instructor in the specified program for similar age group.
• Previous experience working with all age groups.

Certifications:

• Must possess or be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 60 days of hire date.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient knowledge of activity.
• Strong oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people effectively and diplomatically. Strong customer service skills are required and necessary.
• Must be able to handle difficult situations involving participants with patience, good judgment, and with diplomacy.
• Must understand, learn and use adaptations, accommodations and physical assistance techniques required for individuals with disabilities as needed.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Competent organizational and planning skills.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent l ight to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.
• Occasional ex posure to hazards that are predictable or well protected against.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie, and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization, and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Non-Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Retirement - 457 Plan (employee funded plan)
• Medical Leave - Accrue 1 hour of leave per 30 hours worked (up to 48 hours)

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation.Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information. - 1807F3

Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a background check including criminal sex offender search.

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