OSU KidSpirit - Archery PAC

Head Instructor

• Create and maintain an instructional environment that prioritizes skill mastery, emotional safety, and positive youth development.

• Plan, prepare, and implement age-appropriate lessons and activities that support participant growth and engagement.

• Use observation, critical thinking, and feedback strategies to evaluate participants and support staff performance.

• Maintain accountability for all youth in assigned areas, ensuring consistent supervision and responsive care.

• Experience in archery is preferred.

• Monitor participant safety at all times and administer first aid when necessary.

• Initiate emergency action procedures appropriately and calmly.

• Accurately complete incident, accident, and behavioral reports as required.

• Use sound judgment to assess situations, respond appropriately, and communicate effectively with supervisors and families.

• Attend required orientation sessions, program meetings, and in‑service training.

• Review and comply with all program policies, procedures, and activity guidelines.

• Actively pursue opportunities for career growth and skill development through training and feedback.

Equipment & Supplies Management (5%)

• Check out, request, and properly use equipment and supplies for activities.

• Maintain and organize the equipment area before clocking out each day.

• Report equipment needs, safety concerns, and supply issues to supervisors.

• Communicate effectively with parents regarding participant progress and development.

• Promote Kid Spirit programs including recreational classes, camps, ACES, and special events.

• Serve as a positive ambassador for the program, using strong interpersonal communication skills.

• Maintain clear, timely communication with coworkers and supervisors, including responding promptly to emails and phone calls.

• Complete necessary paperwork, attendance sheets, and documentation with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Collaborate with team members to support smooth program operations.

• Carry out additional responsibilities as requested by supervisors to support program success and team functioning.

• May require lifting of 35lbs.

Leadership

For leadership positions:

• Train archery staff in administrative tasks and protocol.

• Maintain an archery program and staff schedule.

• Delegate and manage gymnastics projects.

• Revise SOP as needed.

• May need to lift 35 lbs.

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-requirements

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment

* International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

• These tasks are done during the onboarding process but have to be completed before starting to work.

• Current, valid First Aid certification by the start of programming.

• Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (RRCAN) certification by start of programming.

• Introduction to Child Care Health & Safety certification by start of programming.

• Fundamentals of Learning

• This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard  et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 24 months.

• OSU Youth Safety and Compliance requirements, standards of behavior and mandatory reporting training.