Instructors - Art, Dance, & General Interest

Join Our Team as an Instructor! 

The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as instructors in art, sports, general interest, dance, and cooking. If you are excited about recreation and ready to share your expertise with the community, we would love to hear from you!
 
Our instructors engage with a diverse community, offering classes for all ages—from preschoolers to seniors. Classes are conducted both indoors and outdoors, and we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and safe environment for all participants.
  
Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and instruct recreational programs, or classes based on your expertise.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment for participants of all ages and skill levels.
• Develop and implement engaging curriculum and activities to meet program goals.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of participants during classes or programs.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and support to participants to enhance their learning experience.

 
Conestoga Recreation and Aquatic Center is seeking instructors for the following:

• Arts & Crafts
• Circle Storytime
• Cooking 
• Dance 

 
Qualifications:

• Relevant experience and expertise in the subject matter you wish to instruct.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse participants.
• Passion for creating a positive and enjoyable learning experience.

 
Schedule:

• Part-time with flexible hours based on program needs.
• Staff are typically scheduled between 2 to 20 hours per week.
• Part-time employees have variable schedules and may work less than 1,560 hours per year.

Positions:

• Instructor I: No teaching experience required, must love working with people of all ages and abilities; able to work inside and outside; and be at least 16 years of age. 
• Instructor II: Must have at least 1 year of experience in leading and instructing general classes and be at least 16 years of age. 
• Instructor III: Must have over 1 year of experience and specialized training in the assigned program area; and be 18 years of age. Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record may be required for some positions.

Click a hyperlinked job titles to learn more about each position and to view the full job description.
 

Classification Status: 

THPRD is hiring for multiple roles with hours varying based on program needs.

• Part-Time Variable (PT): Employees generally work fewer than 20 hours per week and no more than 1,560 hours annually. 

For more information about our part-time classifications, please visit Part-Time Classifications (Download PDF reader). 

Application Review:

The hiring team will review applications as they are received to assess fit for the role. If your qualifications align with our needs, we will contact you directly to discuss the next steps. Please note, this recruitment process will be used to fill multiple openings and will continue until all positions are filled.

 
THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@thprd.org.
    
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