AFTERSCHOOL COACH

Job Title: Afterschool Coach Department: Elementary, Middle and High Schools

Reports to: Program Director Effective Date: August 1, 2023

Several positions available in Elementary, Middle And High Schools

• Arts
• e-sports
• gate
• High school dance instructor
• High school math tutor
• several tutor positions
• ESL/ Academic

Job Summary:

Afterschool Coach will facilitate expanded learning after school programs with physical and academic enrichment activities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:

Develop a safe and supportive environment by:

• Intentionally build and maintain a trusting, nurturing and supportive relationship with youth
• Assist in identifying youths’ strengths, interests and learning styles to best support their development related to their strengths and interests
• Participate in on-going health and safety procedures, trainings to support youth

Support Active and Engaged Learning by:

• Provide learning experiences through multiple senses and work in groups with clear purpose
• Provide activities that raise awareness, promote thought-provoking discussion and support collaborative interactions that are inclusive of all
• Provide opportunities to think critically, as well as act on issues that are relevant to them and their interests.

Provide Skill Building activities by:

• Create and implement projects and activities that are relevant to youths’ lives
• Develop and share learning goals for each activity with youth
• Facilitate activities and conversations that increase youths 21st century skills and a sense of personal and social responsibility

Provide a space for Youth voice and leadership by:

• Encourage and engage youth on a regular basis to share their perspectives regarding program design, what they want to learn and the quality of their experience in the program
• Work with the site team to recognize the leadership potential of youth regardless of age, and provide opportunities for their development

Provide opportunities to practice healthy choices and behaviors by:

• Facilitate daily opportunities for youth to engage in developmentally appreciate research-based nutrition and physical activities that are in line with program goals
• Model good nutrition and participate in physical activity during the program

Provide support to program quality by:

• Participate in weekly site meetings & contribute discussion topics
• Maintain site equipment & resources in a responsible & tidy manner
• Assist in the development and implementation of special events and field trips for the site

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrate sensitivity other
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and reach out for assistance when needed.
• Ability to facilitate physical and sedentary activities

Education and Experience:

• Graduate or majoring in education, child development, physical education, recreation or related field desired
• Experience working with children/ youth ages 5-17 is required
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience implementing expanded learning/ out of school time educational enrichment activities is a plus
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Physical Requirements:

• Regular physical activity participation is required
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• COVID 19 vaccine mandatory per funder requirements

Monday- Friday schedule: must be available from 1:30-6pm

Have reliable transportation

Pay range $17.50-$19 an hour