Activity Instructor - ( Athletics / Sports / Fitness )
US-NY-Bronx
External
Req #: 7443
Type: Hourly
Overview: Job Summary: The Activity Instructor for Athletics/Sports/Fitness provides activities to engage participants through recreational athletic or fitness workshops, thereby allowing them to learn new skills and develop an understanding of fitness and or sports. Reports to: Program Director at Truman Location: Bronx, NY Hours: Up to 12 Hours/week; Non- Exempt Salary: $19/hr - $25/hr Major Duties: * Design, plan and conduct activities and workshops in specified areas of fitness. * Submit lesson/activity plans in advance. * Conduct activities that will engage participants and retain them. * Teach basic fitness preparedness and correct form to participants. * Provide classes demonstrating team sports or other team-building/strengths activities. * Plan and implement a culminating event or project. * Complete daily attendance. * Manage setup, operation and clean up of activities and the organization, inventory and storing of relevant supplies and equipment. * Attend all staff meetings and staff development trainings sessions, as specified. * Guide program participants in examining choices, following directions and becoming involved in program activities. Qualifications: * Must be at least 18 years old. * High School diploma required; Associate's degree preferred. * Must have experience or skill in sports or fitness instruction. * Candidates who have instructed high school students are encouraged to apply. * Excellent group facilitation skills. * Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively. * Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective. Qualifications: Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage applicants of all abilities to apply.
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