Program Assistant - Physical Education

WHATEVER IT TAKES - TO TRANSFORM LIVES Position: Program Assistant - Physical Education Location: Semmes Boys & Girls Club, 3810 Wulff Rd.
, Semmes AL 36575 Hours: 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM Hourly Pay Rate: $10.
00-12.
00 Boys & Girls Clubs are here to do whatever it takes to ensure all kids have equal access to resources and an inclusive environment.
Whether it’s virtual or in-person, Boys & Girls Clubs meet kids where they are to support social-emotional development, and physical and mental wellness as well as mitigate learning loss so they can have a great future.
As a leading youth services organization, we recognize that our excellence is primarily achieved through talented and motivated staff.
Our employees are integral to the success of the respective programs and the organization as a whole.
Our staff are educators, coaches, performers, artists, mentors, community leaders, and ambassadors.
We are fortunate to enjoy the collegiality and expertise of a highly-skilled, diverse, and dedicated staff.
We seek to recruit and hire individuals who will approximate these qualities and enhance the opportunities available to our 7embers.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Plans, directs, coaches and conducts sports activities, low organized games, Boys & Girls Clubs of America Curriculum and free periods in the gym and athletic field.
KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities): Prepare Youth for Success by creating an environment that facilitates participation and achievement.
Maintain proper discipline, ensuring mental and physical safety of youth at all times.
Accurate inventory and recordkeeping of equipment & supplies used for athletics.
Monitor programs, services, and activities to ensure the safety of members and the quality of programs.
Recognize club members for program participation and achievement.
Participate in training, branch staff meetings, Professional Development, and in-service days.
Assist with field trips as needed and perform other duties as assigned.
Assist the Branch Team in maintaining a clean and safe Club environment.
RELATIONSHIPS: Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Branch staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/ instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.
External: Maintains contact with external community groups, members' parents, and others to assist.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: 1.
High school graduate or equivalent.
2.
Minimum of two years of experience in planning, directing, and conducting sports such as basketball, softball, and football.
3.
Knowledgeable of the sports of volleyball and soccer.
4.
Experience in planning, directing, and conducting sports.
5.
Good communication skills; ability to work with and instruct youth.
6.
Background working with youth, in particular young people from underserved neighborhoods (relevant experience or education in an informal learning environment, such as homeschooling, Sunday school, or competitive team situation).
7.
Effective interpersonal skills, including an ability to get along with people of diverse backgrounds and a talent for making people feel welcome 8.
Demonstrated ability in working with young people, parents, and community leaders.
9.
Possess a valid state driver’s license and access to dependable transportation.
TRAVEL REQUIRED: Travel between sites and activities, as needed.
May be required to drive club van periodically.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: The employee is subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions.
Activities occur inside and outside.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (in performance of essential functions): This position requires the activities of talking and hearing along with intermittent physical activities of stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, standing, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, grasping, repetitive motion, and able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
Hours: Regular Part-Time with a Variable Schedule Academic Year – 15-20 hours/wk: Monday through Friday between 3:00 p.
m.
and 6:00 p.
m.
Summer – 30 to 40 hours/wk: Monday-Friday between 7:00 a.
m.
& 6:00 p.
m.
(Normally: Monday through Friday 8:30 a.
m.
to 5:30 p.
m.
) This schedule may vary slightly based on Club hours and at the discretion of the Branch Director.
Extra hours, as needed, for evening, weekend, or other special events.
*NOTE: All candidates are required to undergo a criminal background check, a child abuse review by the AL Department of Human Resources, fingerprinting, and a pre-employment drug screen.
Some Club locations, will also require a TB Test and basic physical.
Cost for drug screen is $35 and will be paid by applicant at time of screening.
This will be reimbursed via paycheck after 30 days of employment with BGCSA.
All other screening costs are covered by BGCSA.
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this position.
It is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Boys & Girls Clubs of South Alabama is committed to diversity in the workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Club’s policy is to treat all applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national or ancestral origin, marital status, veteran's status, sexual orientation, or disability in accordance with applicable laws.