PE Coach- Westchester (4265)

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Westchester, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a seasonal position. Program hours are between 7:45 am - 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The job location is on LAUSD elementary school campuses and will run through June for the 2026-2027 calendar year. 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. They promote and support the potential of all youth in programs and facilitate peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall program experience. The role supports children in the program and implements program curriculum focused on holistic child development, providing a quality experience that focuses on building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.

Requirements

18 years or older
Previous experience working with grades K-5.
Ability to communicate effectively and relate to youth, including diverse groups of individuals.
Must possess knowledge and skill necessary to inform, educate and motivate students in all areas of health and physical fitness.
Ability to counsel students on all aspects of physical fitness and barriers they must overcome to achieve their goals.
Strong character values (respect, responsibility, honesty, caring)
Strong communication skills
Emotional maturity
Current approved CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications for Adult, Infant, and Child.
Completion of child abuse prevention training prior to first day in program.
Physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to plan, lead, and participate in activities.
Ability to lift 30-35lbs

Nice To Haves

Kinesiology or Pedagogy background preferred.

Responsibilities

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.
Nurture children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth.
Maintain close visual supervision of children present in program.
Organize environment based on ages and developmental needs of children present.
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 support the YMCA's commitment 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.
Adhere to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards, maintain program and equipment, and maintain required program records in accordance with YMCA expectations.
Report problems, breakdowns in equipment, infringement on policies and unusual situations to appropriate supervisor/director.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical, restroom usage, and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Follow reporting procedures and proactively respond to situations to ensure a safe environment for all involved.
Understand and comply with current federal, state, local regulations, and YMCA policies and procedures at all time.
Attend meetings and trainings, as needed.
Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.
Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character (Trustworthiness, Citizenship, Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Fairness) as well as the YMCA Core Values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility in all dealings 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 by your supervisor.