Sports & Recreation Instructor (49408)

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF CHICAGO INC•Chicago, IL

11d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Sports & Recreation Instructor is responsible for delivering a broad range of sports and fitness programs, including planning, implementing, supervising and ongoing evaluation of quality programs for youth ages 5–18; while supporting our priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required
One to Two years’ Youth Development experience.
Excellent communication/inter-personal skills.
Ability to motivate youth and manage behavioral problems.
Ability to interact with general public.
Ability to plan and implement quality learning programs for youth.
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare youth for success Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
Promotes and stimulates daily learning as well as participation in designated national and special event programs.
Orients new members to Club programs, special events, and opportunities as well as Club safety, program and disciplinary rules.
Provides guidance and role modeling to members.
Implements, monitors and evaluates programs, services and activities for members.
Develops and posts weekly and monthly program plans.
Monitors and evaluates programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members and quality in programs.
Recognizes Club members for program participation and achievement.
Maintains records to track attendance and participation.
Instruct, coach and direct varied sports and recreational activities, emphasizing fair play and friendship.
Maintains department equipment and storage room; manage/inventory/replace equipment with approval.
Ensures that members are respectful of each other and the equipment.
Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure Club and child safety, quality programs and good appearance of the Club at all times.
Track and assess outcomes through periodic activity reports.
Prepares daily, weekly and monthly program plans.
Maintains order and discipline of Club members.
Supervises and trains volunteers and program assistants.
Ensures a productive work environment by participating in weekly Club Leader meetings.
Monitors supply needs and orders required supplies through approved vendors and within budget.
Keeps supply room neat and orderly.
Ensures program area is attractive, neat and clean and bulletin boards and notices are current.
Makes and/or recommends needed repairs to facility and/or equipment.
Participates as part of a team to run quality programs by helping out where needed or directed, which may include driving the Club van.
Participates in training/educational opportunities to expand knowledge and skills.