Work @ CPD

Responsibilities: Plans and implements course curricula for instruction of sports, games and competitive athletics.Provides instruction and supervision to patrons in sports, games and competitive athletics.Demonstrates proper techniques and skills for recreation and athletics.Adapts programs to reflect differing levels of participant skill development.Provides instruction in advanced strategies of team and individual sports, physical fitness and conditioning.Provides information on rules of individual and team sports.Explains basics of low organized activities.Instructs rhythm and movement.Enforces and promotes safety guidelines for recreation and athletic activities.Resolves conflicts among participants.Issues and maintains inventory of recreation equipment and supplies.Sets up recreation apparatus and equipment.Officiates team and individual sports.Promotes sportsmanship and encourages creativity in participants.Communicates constructively with participants, parents, volunteers and community.Consults with individuals and community groups to determine their interests, needs, and desires.Determines tournament eligibility requirements.Verifies dates and standards.Establishes schedules for tournaments, leagues and competitions.Conducts meetings on competitions and other special events.Maintains records and prepares reports.Supervises unorganized play and enforces rules and regulations.Conducts and attends workshops and in-service training seminars. .

Minimum Qualifications:Bachelors Degree in Physical Education, Recreation and Leisure, Social Services, Education, Special Education, Child Development or comparable major is required.This requirement does not apply to those applicants for monthly instructor positions who were hourly instructors as of November 12, 2002.There is also a temporary waiver for the requirement of a Bachelor’s Degree for the monthly Physical Instructor position for a period of four (4) years for applicants that have been employed in a year round Park District recreation position for at least five (5) years.

APPLICATION PERIOD: 04/14/08 – 5/19/08

2008 Starting Wage: $43,691.72 per year

Note: Resumes must be submitted at the time of application

Any vacancy posted is pending Budget approval. Selection will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application form. Names of qualified applicants will be placed on an employment list. Being on an employment list is not an offer or guarantee of employment with the Chicago Park District. An employment list is merely a statement of eligibility. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process. Residency in the City of Chicago is required of all employees. Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment. *Resumes must be submitted at the time of application.