PE Coach

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the PLAY Director/Coordinator, PLAY Coaches are responsible for the development, instruction, and motivation of all students participating in PLAY classes. Promotes and supports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall program experience. Support children in the program and implements program curriculum focused on holistic child development. Provides a quality experience to children that focuses on building 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 program and 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 reporting procedures and proactively responds to situations to ensure a safe environment for all involved.

Understands and complies with current federal, state, local regulations, and YMCA policies and procedures at all time.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Attend staff meetings and trainings, as required.

Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.

Demonstrate the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Respect, Honesty and Responsibility when working

with members, guests, volunteers and fellow staff.

Demonstrate competencies in, and willingness to develop, in the Cause-Driven Leadership areas

of Mission Advancement, Collaboration, Operational Effectiveness and Personal Growth.

All other duties as assigned.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPENTENCIES

Advancing Our Mission & Cause: Provide visionary leadership to the organization and ensure that all resources are mobilized to adapt to new challenges and needs in the community

Competencies Include: 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

Competencies Include: 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

Competencies Include: 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

Competencies Include: Emotional Maturity & Developing Self & Others