Instructor - Structured Recess
About The Position
Brains & Motion Education is looking for enthusiastic Structured Recess Instructors to join our team! In this role, you'll have the opportunity to guide and inspire children in a fun, safe, and inclusive recess setting. You'll play a crucial part in fostering physical activity, teamwork, and positive social interactions among students. In this role, you will: Foster Fun and Safety: Create and maintain a lively, inclusive playground environment where safety and enjoyment go hand-in-hand. Organize and lead games and activities for 20+ students. Innovate Play: Coordinate the "game of the day" and keep recess exciting with a variety of popular activities that engage all students. Promote Positive Play: Encourage safe, healthy play and positive conflict resolution by modeling good behavior and actively participating in activities. Inspire Engagement: Actively engage a diverse group of students in respectful and inclusive play, ensuring everyone feels welcome and involved. Teach with Confidence: Deliver Physical Education lessons confidently across multiple grade levels, fostering physical development and teamwork.
Requirements
- At least two years of college coursework (48 semester units), an associate’s degree or higher, or proof of certification through a local assessment that meets the requirements of the "Every Student Succeeds Act"
- Passion for playing games and leading activities with children, with the ability to model positive behavior.
- Prior experience in a school setting as an instructor or teacher's aide (PE instruction or sports coaching experience preferred).
- Ability to work with students in grades K-8.
- Ability to manage and engage larger groups of students (20+).
- Reliable transportation.
- Valid driver's license or State ID.
- Criminal background check required.
Responsibilities
- Foster Fun and Safety: Create and maintain a lively, inclusive playground environment where safety and enjoyment go hand-in-hand. Organize and lead games and activities for 20+ students.
- Innovate Play: Coordinate the "game of the day" and keep recess exciting with a variety of popular activities that engage all students.
- Promote Positive Play: Encourage safe, healthy play and positive conflict resolution by modeling good behavior and actively participating in activities.
- Inspire Engagement: Actively engage a diverse group of students in respectful and inclusive play, ensuring everyone feels welcome and involved.
- Teach with Confidence: Deliver Physical Education lessons confidently across multiple grade levels, fostering physical development and teamwork.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
