PE Coach - Westchester (5289)

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles in Westchester, CA is seeking a Seasonal PLAY Coach to develop and deliver classes for youth, guiding students through engaging activities that foster achievement and belonging.

Under supervision of the PLAY Director, you will plan lessons, supervise children, ensure safety, and support inclusive, age-appropriate programming while upholding YMCA values. This role emphasizes teamwork with staff and effective communication with families.

Qualifications

• AGE: 18 years or older.
• Kinesiology or Pedagogy background preferred; experience with grades K-5; ability to communicate and motivate students.
• Strong character values; communication skills; emotional maturity.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and child abuse prevention training required before start.

Responsibilities

• Aid in weekly lesson planning to ensure program quality.
• Implement daily lesson plans for coaches and students.
• Nurture children through purposeful programming focused on achievement and belonging.
• Maintain supervision and safety of children; manage behavior with positive approaches.

Skills

Youth development

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

CPR certification

First Aid certification

AED certification

Child abuse prevention training

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Westchester Family YMCA - Westchester, CA 90045-2940, Position Type: Seasonal, Salary Range: $19.11 - $20.07 Hourly, Travel Percentage: Negligible, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Youth Programs - Youth Development.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the PLAY Director/Coordinator, PLAY Coaches are responsible for thedevelopment, instruction, and motivation of all students participating in PLAY classes. Promotes andsupports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of theoverall program experience. Support children in the program and implements program curriculumfocused on holistic child development. Provides a quality experience to children that focuses onbuilding achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Aid in the developmental and amend weekly lesson plans to ensure organization and quality of the programs.
• Implement daily lesson plans for coaches and students in the program.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth.
• Maintains close visual supervision of children present in program. Organizes environment based on ages and developmental needs of children present.
• No child is left unsupervised or staff alone with a child at any time.
• Help children manage behavior using a positive approach, including proactive strategies, redirection and using constructive discipline with natural and logical consequences.
• Make notation regarding each individual's participation, behavior and progress.
• Actively supports the YMCA is committed to inclusion and compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) where appropriate.
• Assist with planning and implementing program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, consistent with the YMCA values, and established guidelines.
• Proactively build relationships between the teachers, the staff, and the students. Learn student’s strengths and weaknesses so you can motivate and tailor lesson plans to meet their needs.
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards, maintains programand equipment, and maintains required program records in accordance with YMCA expectations.
• Report problems, breakdowns in equipment, infringement on policies and unusual situations to appropriate supervisor/director.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical. Restroom usage,and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies. Follows reportingprocedures and proactively responds to situations to ensure a safe environment for allinvolved.
• Understands and complies with current federal, state, local regulations, and YMCA policiesand procedures at all time.
• Attend meetings and trainings, as needed.
• Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.
• Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character (Trustworthiness, Citizenship, Respect, Responsibility,Caring, Fairness) as well as the YMCA Core Values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility in alldealings with members, guests, volunteers and fellow staff.
• Demonstrate competencies in and willingness to develop in the Cause Driven Leadership areasof mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness and personal growth.
• All other duties as assigned by your supervisor

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

The Y’s Leadership Competency Model is comprised of 14 Leadership Competencies (leadership knowledge, skills, and behaviors required for success in the Y), organized by the four disciplines of Cause-Driven Leadership:

Advancing Our Mission & Cause

Provide visionary leadership to the organization and to ensure that all resources are mobilized to adapt to new challenges and needs in the community

• Change Leadership
• Engaging Community
• Philanthropy
• Volunteerism

Building Relationships

Connect people to the Y’s cause by developing inclusive relationships, partnerships and collaborations so that Ys can co-create solutions to pressing social needs

• Collaboration
• Communication & Influence
• Inclusion

Leading Operations

ensure relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of the organization so that we can continue to fulfill our promise to the community

• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Fiscal Management
• Functional Expertise
• Innovation
• Program/Project Management

Developing & Inspiring Others

support the holistic development of self and others so that everyone can embrace the Y’s cause, sustain the Y’s culture, and inspire others to take individual and collective action to further our impact

• Emotional Maturity & Developing Self & Others

While all competencies are significant, the following are critical to success in this position:

• Engaging Community
• Inclusion
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Emotional Maturity

Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• AGE: 18 years or older
• RELATED EXPERIENCE: Kinesiology or Pedagogy background preferred. Previous experience working with grades K-5. Ability to communicate effectively and relate to youth, including diverse groups of individuals. Must possess knowledge and skill necessary to inform, educate and motivate students in all areas of health and physical fitness. Ability to counsel students on all aspects of physical fitness and barriers they must overcome to achieve their goals.
• SPECIALIZED SKILLS: Strong character values (respect, responsibility, honesty, caring); strong communication skills; emotional maturity
• LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: Current approved CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications for Adult, Infant, and Child. Completion of child abuse prevention training prior to first day in program.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• You must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to plan, lead, and participate in activities.
• Job is performed in indoor as well as outdoor environments throughout the year.
• Ability to lift 30-35lbs

Req# 5289