Youth Program Coordinator

City of New Brighton; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New Brighton is hiring Program Coordinators to administer on-site recreational programs, provide direction to staff, and plan age-appropriate activities in a safe environment.

Candidates must be at least 18, have two years of college in recreation or education, and have at least one year of experience leading programs for youth, with First Aid/CPR certification within two months of hire.

Qualifications

• Attends trainings, workshops, and staff meetings.
• Lead and supervise staff and volunteers.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed in all activities.

Responsibilities

• Administer programs on-site and provide work direction to team members.
• Plan age-appropriate recreational activities and maintain a safe program environment.
• Prepare weekly lesson plans and program information materials.
• Assist in implementing and promoting special events and trips.
• Communicate program needs to supervisors and parents.

Skills

Program coordination

Team leadership

Safety management

Education

Two years of college in recreation or education

Job description

Program Coordinators are responsible for administering programs on-site. This includes providing work direction to team members, planning age appropriate recreational activities and ensuring a safe program environment.

• Responsible for attending all trainings, workshops, and staff meetings.
• Work cooperatively with supervisors, co-workers, participants, and parents.
• Ensure safety precautions are taken in all activities, and follow proper emergency procedures when needed.
• Ensure the activity site is safe and appropriate for the activities being taught
• Teach Skills and activities giving careful consideration to the specific needs and skill levels of the participant.
• Prepare weekly lesson plans and information material related to the programs.
• Assist in the implementation and promotion of special events and trips.
• Carry out suggested lesson plans and follow a logical, sequential order of skill instruction.
• Supervise, assign tasks, and assist in training of staff.
• Welcome, include, and guide volunteer staff.
• Communicate program needs and requests, including those of program participants or their parents to supervisors.
• Communicate with parents regarding program specific concerns and information regarding individual participants.
• Assist in the evaluation of the program and staff.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• At least two years of college education in recreation or education.
• At least one year of experience leading programs for elementary or middle school aged children.
• First Aid/CPR certification within two months of hire.

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Communicate effectively in normal, loud, and stressful situations.
• Move and/or lift materials and/or equipment typically greater than 40 lbs.