Youth Activity Coach - Saturday Night Lights (Basketball)

Grand St Settlement Inc.; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Grand Street Settlement Inc. is seeking an Activity Specialist for Saturday Night Lights in New York, NY.

The role focuses on promoting growth, leadership and positive self-image among middle and high school youths while providing supervision and engaging curriculum. The position offers evening hours on Saturdays, with additional weekday sessions, and requires a high school diploma with preference for some college; CPR/First Aid preferred and background checks completed.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma required, some college or college degree preferred
• At least 1 year of youth development related experience that must include development of lesson plans, facilitation of classroom activities and classroom management
• Valid CPR/AED and First Aid certification through recognized accrediting body preferred
• Ideal candidate must have the ability to build rapport with youths and create a positive, inclusive environment

Aufgaben

• Provide 4 hours of structured basketball training and activities for Middle School youths and High School youth participants
• Create a culture of positive group cohesiveness and problem solve directly with youth in groups
• Provide competent supervision of a group of children and participate in activities and trips; provide and maintain a safe and professional working environment
• Design and implement curriculum and facilitate activities based on the given themes
• Work collaboratively with co-workers and cultivate a culture of professionalism and act as a role model for youth participants
• Come ready to work with a positive attitude and provide support and encouragement to youths
• Attend professional developments and training as assigned by supervisors
• Know and follow daily schedules, protocols and procedures, safety drills and safety plans
• Maintain adequate supplies in first aid and safety kits on a daily basis
• Responsible for documenting incidents and communicating incidents with supervisors and/or parents and guardians
• Coordinate community relations efforts and participate in outreach activities
• Assist in the planning, organization and execution of community events
• Maintain accurate records of youth participation, progress and other relevant information
• Supervise and evaluate youth workers, SYEP, WLG, Americorps and interns
• Clean, organize and maintain workspace and shared spaces throughout the facility
• Other assignments as required by the program director

Jobbeschreibung

Grand Street Settlement Inc. is seeking an Activity Specialist for Saturday Night Lights in New York, NY.

The role focuses on promoting growth, leadership and positive self-image among middle and high school youths while providing supervision and engaging curriculum. The position offers evening hours on Saturdays, with additional weekday sessions, and requires a high school diploma with preference for some college; CPR/First Aid preferred and background checks completed.