Specialty Instructor - Cooking

IntroductionThe Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a highly motivated Specialty Instructor for Cooking classes to join our Children's programming at the Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center.Specialty instructors work independently and are responsible for activity planning, supervision of students, participant safety, customer service and providing a quality experience to those enrolled in the program.Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited ToPlan and implement age-appropriate lessons. Teach fundamental concepts and techniquesEncourage students to be creative and provide individual and group instruction.Observe and evaluate students' work to assess their progress.Communicate with parents about their child's progress.Develop list of supplies and equipment needed for lessons.Specialty Instructors should have experience, interest and knowledge in their area of expertise, have experience working with children and demonstrate a high level of enthusiasm and caring for the program and its participants. Experience teaching and supervising students ages 3 - 17 is needed.Classes are planned for evenings and/or weekends during the school year with the opportunity to teach art camps in the summer. Applicants must be 18 years old, and flexible to work evening and weekend hours if needed. Times vary.PREFERENCES1 year of experience teaching or assisting with cooking/baking classesThe Department of Parks and Recreation conducts DMV records checks on all employees driving for work purposes and criminal background checks on all hires age 18 years and older. Fingerprinting will be required.Starting rate of pay: $16.66Please note: the position is open until filled with ongoing application review.Note: The information that follows is a County-wide Classification Specification that may include details not specifically applicable to this position.NATURE OF WORK This class is part of the Recreation Job Family. Incumbents perform routine work in connection with various recreation programs or activities. Instructors in this classification teach beginner and intermediate specialty level classes. Example: beginner/intermediate ballet, tap, jazz, safety, CPR, first aid, mini camps, environmental education and parent/child classes. May provide daily upkeep and light maintenance of equipment and facility.Distinguishing CharacteristicsThis position is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable code of conduct rules; providing customer services. Work is performed in accordance with set procedures and guidelines, and deviation from those guidelines require approval.TYPICAL CLASS RESPONSIBILITIES (These responsibilities are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.) Carrying out program plans, activities, and lessons. Sets up equipment or materials needed for a class and cleans up after program. Provides excellence in customer service by answering questions and providing information to the public. Maintains and prepares equipment and facility and maintains related records. Enforces program and facility rules; provides emergency care and treatment as required. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.KNOWLEDGERequires special training in specified activity;Requires knowledge and experience in specified activity;Customer service principles;Basic exercise science principles and theories;Recordkeeping principles;Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations;Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment;Modern office technology;Computers and related software applications.SkillsProviding customer service;Monitoring the use of equipment;Maintaining basic operational records and reports;Using a computer and related software applications;Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards;Utilizing computers and relevant software applications;Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.ResponsibilitiesDISCIPLINE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Discipline specific responsibilities do not apply to this classification.LEVEL OF DECISIONS Responsibilities are typically procedure based with defined goals and processes or methods, but incumbents have the latitude to determine the speed or order of steps used to complete assignments.DIRECTION RECEIVED Incumbents perform tasks following defined procedures and standards, and deviation from procedures typically requires prior approval.DIRECTION PROVIDED Incumbents are typically not responsible for providing formal work direction.Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:Temporary Provisional Seasonal employees01This position has a minimum age requirement of 18 years of age. Do you meet this age requirement?YesNo02Do you have a High School diploma or GED?YesNo03Have you been responsible for teaching or assisting a class to include planning and implementing activities in your area of expertise?YesNo04How much experience do you have planning and teaching cooking/baking classes and programs?1+ year of experience7-11 months of experience4-6 months of experience1-3 months of experienceNo experience05How much experience do you have assisting a cooking/baking class to include implementing the curriculum?1+ year of experience7-11 months of experience4-6 months of experience1-3 months of experienceNo experience06What age group do you have experience working with? Please select all that apply.3-5 year olds6-8 year olds9-11 year olds12-17 year oldsI have not worked with children Required Question