Sports League Attendant

Park District Of Oak Park; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Employee discount

Job summary

Park District Of Oak Park is seeking a part-time Youth Sports Class Instructor to lead 4- to 9-year-old players in district facilities and parks in Oak Park, IL. The role requires 3+ years of youth coaching, HS diploma, and CPR/First Aid/AED certifications within 1 month of hire.

Responsibilities include planning progressive lessons, attendance, rule enforcement, and collaborating with the Program Supervisor on scheduling and cancellations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a High School Diploma. Associate's Degree or above preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of youth sports coaching or teaching.
• Certification in CPR, First Aid and AED within 1 month of employment and keep certification current.

Responsibilities

• Instruct youth sports classes for ages 4-9 (basketball, football, soccer, floor hockey, t-ball).
• Create progressive daily lesson plans for each class.
• Greet participants and take attendance; arrive 15 minutes early.
• Communicate and enforce Park District rules to parents and participants.
• Maintain clean, safe equipment and report maintenance needs.

Skills

Youth coaching

Communication skills

Public speaking

Coaching youth

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree preferred

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Various District Facilities Camp & Schools - Oak Park, IL 60302, Position Type: Part Time Non IMRF, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $15.40 - $15.40 Hourly, Job Shift: Flexible Schedule, Job Category: Non-Union, Overview:

The Sports League Attendant is a Part-Time Position. We offer competitive compensation, PTO and an employee discount for part-time employees.

Job Purpose:

Youth Sports Class Instructor leads classes of participants in various youth sports for ages 4-9 in District 97 Schools and Park District Parks.

Essential Functions:

• Instruct youth sports classes that include: basketball, football, soccer, floor hockey, and t-ball
• Create progressive daily lesson plans for each class that allow participants to build on their skills and abilities.
• Introduce and reinforce to students different sports terminology and rules
• Greet participants as they arrive and take daily attendance.
• Arrive on site 15 minutes prior to the start of class.
• Understand and follow all Park District and program rules.
• Communicate and enforce Park District rules and policies to parents, participants and the public.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive public image by addressing questions and concerns from staff, patrons, participants, and parents immediately. Contact and ask for assistance from supervisor or other Park District staff when necessary.
• Become familiar with participants and parents; know their names, personalities, skills and interests.
• Keep program supplies, equipment, and facility space clean, organized, and safe. Report maintenance needs to supervisor. Identify and observe equipment daily for possible maintenance needs and adjustments.
• Complete attendance reports, safety logs, accident and incident reports, discipline logs and report any issues to supervisor.
• Assist Program Supervisor with scheduling of staff for specific classes
• Assist Program Supervisor with communicating to parents about class cancellations, make-up classes, or changes in schedule.

Additional Functions:

• Occasionally assist with events and programs.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor or other Park District administrative personnel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Work Experience Required:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess a High School Diploma. Associate's Degree or above preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of youth sports coaching or teaching
• Ability to verbally communicate and physically demonstrate instructions and skills to students.
• Certification in advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 1 month of employment and keep certification current. The District provides this training.
• Ability to work with groups of participants (up to 15 at a time) without direct supervision.
• Must have the ability to solve problems as they arise and be able to perform tasks without supervision.
• Must have the ability to be firm with participants when necessary, enforce park district rules, and make sound decisions in order to secure the safety and well-being of all participants, staff, facilities, and equipment.
• Must be willing to travel to various locations throughout Oak Park and arrive in a timely manner

Work Environment, Physical Demands and Considerations

• Ability to work independently without supervision and the ability to lead other staff
• Ability to present ideas and recommendations in a concise manner.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and/or written instructions efficiently and effectively and to read and understand printed material.
• Ability to operate assigned equipment.
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate well with others.
• Ability to interpret and explain division and District policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and exercise judgment in all aspects of responsibility.
• Ability to resolve conflict safely, calmly and effectively.
• Frequent walking, running, standing, reaching, bending.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Customers:

• Internal: Employees of Park District; Board of Park Commissioners
• External: Patrons of Park District of Oak Park; residents of Oak Park, WSSRA, Partner Organizations including governmental and non-profit groups, and the Oak Park Business Community

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, functions, activities or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Park District of Oak Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer!Qualifications: