OSU KidSpirit - Archery Youth Program Instructor / Coach / Event Counselor

OSU Rec Sports - Sport. Leadership. Wellness.; Corvallis (OR); Sur place; USD 2 066 000 - 3 444 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Oregon State University’s KidSpirit program seeks a Head Instructor to lead instructional planning and youth accountability. You will develop age-appropriate lessons, ensure participant safety, and mentor staff. Role emphasizes skill mastery, emotional safety, and productive family engagement.

The position involves program promotion, equipment management, and ongoing professional development. May require lifting and archery experience is preferred. Start date 2026-09-07.

Qualifications

• Tutoring or instructional planning experience
• Strong communication and feedback skills
• Ability to supervise youth and ensure safety

Responsabilités

• Create an instructional environment focused on skill mastery, emotional safety, and positive youth development.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate lessons and activities for participant growth and engagement.
• Use observation and feedback to evaluate participants and support staff performance.
• Maintain accountability and supervision for youth in assigned areas.
• Promote program activities including classes, camps, and events.
• Assist with equipment management, paperwork, and family communication.
• Lead and train archery staff and manage staff schedules where applicable.

Connaissances

Instructional planning

Youth development

Observation

Family communication

Formation

Enrollment in higher education

Description du poste

Department:

KidSpirit

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Job Description:

Instruction, Lesson Planning & Youth Accountability Head Instructor (65%)

Head Instructor

• Create and maintain an instructional environment that prioritizes skill mastery, emotional safety, and positive youth development.

• Plan, prepare, and implement age-appropriate lessons and activities that support participant growth and engagement.

• Use observation, critical thinking, and feedback strategies to evaluate participants and support staff performance.

• Maintain accountability for all youth in assigned areas, ensuring consistent supervision and responsive care.

• Experience in archery is preferred.

Safety, First Aid & Documentation (10%)

• Monitor participant safety at all times and administer first aid when necessary.

• Initiate emergency action procedures appropriately and calmly.

• Accurately complete incident, accident, and behavioral reports as required.

• Use sound judgment to assess situations, respond appropriately, and communicate effectively with supervisors and families.

Training, Meetings & Professional Development (10%)

• Attend required orientation sessions, program meetings, and in-service training.

• Review and comply with all program policies, procedures, and activity guidelines.

• Actively pursue opportunities for career growth and skill development through training and feedback.
  

Equipment & Supplies Management (5%)

• Check out, request, and properly use equipment and supplies for activities.

• Maintain and organize the equipment area before clocking out each day.

• Report equipment needs, safety concerns, and supply issues to supervisors.

Program Promotion & Family Engagement (5%)

• Communicate effectively with parents regarding participant progress and development.

• Promote KidSpirit programs including recreational classes, camps, ACES, and special events.

• Serve as a positive ambassador for the program, using strong interpersonal communication skills.

Communication, Paperwork & Record Keeping (5%)

• Maintain clear, timely communication with coworkers and supervisors, including responding promptly to emails and phone calls.

• Complete necessary paperwork, attendance sheets, and documentation with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Collaborate with team members to support smooth program operations.

Other Duties

• Carry out additional responsibilities as requested by supervisors to support program success and team functioning.

• May require lifting of 35lbs.

Leadership

For leadership positions:

• Train archery staff in administrative tasks and protocol.

• Maintain a archery program and staff schedule.

• Delegate and manage gymnastics projects.

• Revise SOP as needed.

• May need to lift 35 lbs.

Qualifications:

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment

*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services, and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval

Working Conditions/Schedule:

Salary Range:

Anticipated Start Date:

2026-09-07

Anticipated End Date:

For additional information please contact: [e-mail]