Enrichment Center Coordinator (ECC) - PE

Rocketship Public Schools • Milwaukee, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Education Teacher / Enrichment Center Coordinator is part of our Enrichment Center team and provides K-5 students with opportunities to engage in enrichment activities outside of the traditional academic classroom. This role supports students in developing physical wellness, teamwork, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the world around them. The PE Teacher / Enrichment Center Coordinator plays a critical role in strengthening school culture. This individual oversees the effectiveness of the Enrichment Center, facilitates physical education and enrichment activities, and interacts with all students on a weekly basis. Students rotate through the Enrichment Center every day in 45-minute blocks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Passion for working with children and the ability to motivate and support students in reaching high levels of success.
• Belief in the value of enrichment education and physical education for all children.
• Previous experience or training working with youth.
• Previous experience managing and/or teaching groups of elementary-age students is strongly preferred.
• Physical education, wellness, athletics, coaching, or enrichment content expertise preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and work closely with students, families, teachers, school leaders, and staff members.
• Ability to learn and follow laws, rules, practices, and procedures related to public education and specific to Rocketship Public Schools.
• Flexibility, professionalism, and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Motivate students to participate in learning activities, create a positive student culture, and maintain high behavioral expectations for all students.
• Develop a year-long scope and sequence map, thematic unit plans, and lesson plans to teach physical education and enrichment-based content throughout the school year.
• Differentiate content by age group and grade level to ensure activities are developmentally appropriate for all students.
• Collaborate with school staff to develop and maintain a positive culture focused on Rocketship’s core values of respect, responsibility, persistence, and empathy.
• Serve as the leader and facilitator for large group physical education and enrichment lessons.
• Communicate and collaborate with fellow Enrichment Center Coordinators, teachers, and school leaders.
• Participate actively in staff development opportunities as a member of the Rocketship team.
• Ensure that students have access to a positive, safe, and productive learning environment by enforcing all campus safety rules and behavior expectations.
• Respond appropriately to occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissue, as well as occasional interactions with students who may require additional behavioral support.
• Inventory, organize, and maintain Enrichment Center materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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• Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools’ employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree