Education ​/ Teaching Instructor, Camp Programs & Youth Support

Job Details:

Job Location:

SOUTH BRONX EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY - Bronx, NY, Salary Range: $20.00 - $25.00

Hourly,

Job Shift: Day,

Title:

Instructor

Location:

801 East 156th Street Bronx, New York 10455 SBECA

Reports to:

Program Director

The Women’s Housing and Economic Development Corporation (WHEDco) is a community development organization founded on the radically simple idea that all people deserve to live in healthy, vibrant communities. We build award-winning, sustainable, affordable homes – but our work is not over when our buildings are complete. WHEDco believes that to be successful, affordable housing must be anchored in strong communities of which residents can be proud.

WHEDco’s mission is to create and bridge access in the South Bronx to resources that support thriving neighborhoods – from stable, affordable housing to high-quality early childhood and school-age youth education programs, comprehensive family and community services, business and entrepreneur assistance, and cultural programming. See (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more information.

Under the direct supervision of the After-School Program Director and Program Assistant, the Football Instructor will supervise a group of students (grades 6th through 8th) as they participate in all Football Related Activities. The Football Instructor is responsible for planning and leading safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate flag football practices and games. The Football Instructor will teach fundamental football skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline, and game strategy while creating a positive and inclusive environment for all players.

Football Instructor will be tasked with making sure all Students are academically eligible to participate in games while in season. Football Instructor will be asked to travel with the team to all games and practices.

• Supervise assigned group of 10-15 students during Practice and Games .
• Maintain health and safety protocols at all times during the program.
• Maintain attendance log for assigned group.
• Maintain observation and incident logs for groups.
• Assist students where needed with academic support.
• Co-facilitate weekly Football practice
• Encourage students to positively participate in all Football related Activities
• Assist in the planning and implementation of Football Games and Practices
• Attend all required staff and planning meetings.
• Take on special assignments consistent with the goals and objectives of the after-school program.

• Minimum two years’ professional experience working with children in a classroom, after-school, or community-based environment leading and organizing group activities. Substantial volunteer work will be considered.
• Demonstrated interest and ability in Flag Football.
• Desire to work in a flexible start-up environment.
• Able to work Monday-Saturday from 4:30 PM to 5:45 PM.
• Well-organized, able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Current, active college enrollment or college degree preferred.

WHEDco affords all qualified applicants equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status, or any other category protected by law. WHEDco follows the requirements of the New York Human Rights Law with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.

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