SUMMARY
The APCH Athletics program seeks a highly skilled and enthusiastic PT Athletics Instructor to lead and develop athletic classes for youth ages 8-18 (2nd - 12th grade). Under the guidance of the Associate Director of Wellness, the PTAthletics Instructor will design and deliver classes that foster a love for physical fitness and sports, with a focus on skill development, confidence building, and respect for oneself and others. This position requires a high-energy individual who can manage classes effectively, inspire participants, and maintain a safe and supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with youth, an upbeat personality, and the ability to engage students in fun, hands-on learning experiences that empower them to lead active and healthy lives.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Class Instruction and Facilitation
- Design, plan, and lead athletics classes that cover a range of fitness techniques and sports, ensuring that activities are developmentally appropriate and aligned with APCH’s mission to empower youth.
- Deliver engaging, hands-on lessons that promote active participation, skill development, and a foundational understanding of physical fitness principles.
- Adapt lessons for diverse abilities to ensure inclusivity and accessibility, creating a welcoming environment for students of all fitness levels and interests.
- Youth Development and Mentorship
- Serve as a positive role model, promoting self-respect, peer respect, and a supportive classroom environment.
- Encourage teamwork, confidence, and resilience, demonstrating discipline and persistence to support students' personal and athletic growth.
- Provide individualized feedback to guide students in reaching personal goals and reinforcing constructive behaviors.
- Curriculum Development and Implementation
- Develop a comprehensive curriculum incorporating physical conditioning, multi-sport skills, fitness concepts, and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Introduce historical and theoretical foundations of various sports, fostering a holistic understanding of athletics and fitness.
- Lead semester-end projects or showcases where students can demonstrate learned skills, celebrating their accomplishments and growth.
- Program Administration and Data Management
- Track and record daily attendance, maintaining accuracy in attendance logs and entering data into APCH’s tracking system promptly.
- Monitor student progress through regular assessments, documenting development to evaluate growth over time.
- Classroom and Environment Management
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment, following APCH policies and safety protocols.
- Manage group dynamics effectively, ensuring all students remain engaged, respectful, and productive, with attention to conflict resolution and supportive redirection.
- Community Engagement and Collaboration
- Build positive relationships with students, parents, and APCH staff, fostering an open and supportive communication network.
- Collaborate with the Wellness team and other departments to integrate cross-disciplinary programs, aligning athletics with broader wellness and educational goals.
- Participate in meetings, training, and professional development to continually improve instructional techniques and stay updated on best practices.
Qualifications
- Experience: 1-2 years of experience teaching multi-sports and/or fitness to youth of various ages and fitness levels.
- Teaching Approach: Demonstrates respect, support, and fairness; passionate about fitness and self-development.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Google Workspace, data management for attendance and progress tracking.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to walk, stand, and move freely on different terrains, lift up to 25 pounds, and communicate effectively.
Technical and Performance Skills:
- Instructional techniques
- Organization and time management
- Classroom management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Technology proficiency
- Professionalism
- Customer service
- Ability to multitask
- Mission-driven and detail-oriented
- Resourceful and innovative
- Innovative and creative
Physical and Mental Demands:
- Ability to work in a high-noise environment typical of a youth center.
- Occasional walking and standing on different terrains; use of hands/vision for computer work.
- Ability to adapt to scheduling, weather, and changing student needs; strong interpersonal skills to engage with youth from diverse backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employment
A Place Called Home provides equal opportunities to all employees and independent contractors without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including but not limited to pregnancy), gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, national origin, age, physical and/or mental disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, A Place Called Home complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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