Bike Jobs: MassBike Bicycle Safety Instructor

Written by Boston Biker on May 19

MassBike is looking for someone to help teach bike safety classes. Via

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The Massachusetts Bicycle Coalition (MassBike) Education Program is seeking part-time Instructors, for both child- and adult-oriented bicycling safety, basic maintenance, and related courses. Instructors are encouraged to teach as many of the different courses as possible. The work is very occasional, not typically exceeding 20 hours in a month. Instructors will report to and work closely with the Program Manager.

About MassBike:
MassBike is the statewide bicycling advocacy group for Massachusetts. MassBike promotes a bicycle-friendly environment, and encourages bicycling for fun, fitness and transportation. MassBike’s programs focus on promoting bicycle-friendly legislation; improving bicycle access and safety on roads and public transportation; educating bicyclists, motorists, children, and police about bicycling; encouraging bicycle commuting; and creating opportunities to ride together.

Responsibilities:

• Work part-time from 0 to 20+ hours per month depending on the number and location of courses, as directed by MassBike.
• Complete training program to become certified as a MassBike Instructor. Training is paid and provided by MassBike.
• Teach bicycle related courses around the state to children in grades 4-8 in schools, or to people 16 or older. These presentations range from half an hour for children to 4 hours for a full adult bike safety course. Courses are often presented multiple times in one day, especially at schools.
• Coordinate class schedule with the Program Manager.
• Obtain class materials from MassBike as needed and distribute in schools as directed.
• Prepare report on each school as directed by MassBike.
• Collect student survey forms and return to MassBike.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Public speaking experience preferred.
• Teaching experience required.
• Strong interest and participation in bicycling preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills required.
• Excellent verbal communication skills required.
• Access to email.
• Current driver’s license and access to a car (unfortunately, some of the places you teach aren’t within biking distance).
• Access to a bicycle in good repair and bicycle helmet (used as props during class).
• Availability to work flexible hours; schools are typically Monday-Friday, 7:30am-3:30pm, and adult courses can vary.
• Must pass Criminal Offenders Record Information (CORI) check.

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