Physical Education Leader - Taft Club (Avondale)

Primary Function: To plan and implement programs for Club members in accordance with BGCGC’s mission, with emphasis on the Graduate, Fit for Life, Ready to Serve program model.  Programs are facilitated through the Youth Program Quality Intervention (YPQI) tool, developed by the Weikert Center for Youth Program Quality.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Create diverse programming to ensure all members participate in 45 minutes of physical activity every day. 
• Train staff and supervise volunteers in the physical education department.
• Maintain proper record keeping as required.
• Maintain relative program areas in a clean, orderly and safe working condition.
• Conduct at least one health and wellness program quarterly (programs include healthy cooking club, Passport to Manhood, SMART Girls, SMART Moves, and Healthy Habits.
• Submit Fit for Life schedules as required. 
• Conduct the Fit for Life  assessments with all Club members as required.
• Oversee BGCGC intramural teams and prepare members for competition, emphasizing fun, sportsmanship, fellowship and personal growth over winning.
• Participate in weekly club staff meetings and other trainings as required by BGCGC.
• Be the example when it comes to implementing “Fit for Life” within your club. 
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Collaboration/Relationships:

• Maintains close contact with Program Coordinator, Education Coordinator, Club Director and other Club staff, volunteers and parents.
• Work collaboratively with other Program Leaders and Leadership Staff to enhance program development. 
• Actively participate in professional development training.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

We maintain a 15:1 member to staff ratio.  Activities are varied and require active engagement during educational and recreational programming, which may include extended periods of walking and standing.  Maximum unassisted lift = 50 lbs. Average lift less than 25 lbs.  Requires ability to use computer, various standard and specialized software and database systems, keyboard, calculator and typical office machines.

Education/Experience Requirement:

High School Diploma or GED required.  A minimum of 1 year experience in youth development required.  Minimum of 3 years preferred. 

Skills/Knowledge Required:

• Energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards.
• Ability to work with a team.
• An understanding of the needs and interests of young people.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to interact with young people in a positive way, particularly as it relates to behavior issues.
• Maintain a positive, friendly and cooperative attitude at the worksite.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Position Details:

• Part-time employment
• Hourly Rate: $16.00/hour 
• Great Benefits including Paid PTO and Holidays