Homeschool Program Attendant

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The Homeschool Program Attendant is responsible for leading and supporting a physical education–based program designed for homeschooled children. This role focuses on promoting physical activity, healthy habits, teamwork, and social development through age-appropriate games, sports, and movement-based activities. The Homeschool Program Attendant creates a safe, positive, and engaging environment where participants can develop physical skills, build self-confidence, and learn the value of cooperation and respect.

• Plan, lead, and facilitate age‑appropriate physical education activities for homeschooled children, including games, sports, and movement‑based programming.
• Promote physical activity, healthy habits, and overall wellness in a fun, engaging, and inclusive environment.
• Foster social development by encouraging teamwork, cooperation, sportsmanship, and positive peer interactions.
• Create and maintain a safe, welcoming, and structured program environment in alignment with YMCA policies and procedures.
• Adapt activities to meet the developmental needs and abilities of participants, ensuring all children feel included and supported.
• Model positive behavior and reinforce respect, confidence, and self‑esteem among participants.
• Monitor participant behavior and provide guidance to ensure a positive and respectful experience for all.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and YMCA staff regarding program activities, expectations, and participant progress.
• Assist with set‑up, clean‑up, and proper use of equipment and facilities.
• Respond appropriately to incidents or emergencies and complete required documentation as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Experience in coaching or playing the sport is highly preferred.
• Ability to work with children.
• Solid understanding of the rules, techniques, and strategies of the sport being coached and the ability to teach and demonstrate to young athletes.
• Ability to lead, inspire, and motivate children to develop their skill, improve performance and foster a positive team atmosphere.
• Recognized by others for sound character and strong moral values and personal ethics.
• Ability to work as a team member and accomplish tasks with little direct supervision.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends.

• The work environment is fast‑paced and interactive, with regular communication and teamwork among staff, players and families.
• Work takes place both indoor and outdoor settings, including gyms, sports fields and recreational areas and requires flexibility to adapt in various weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, run, sit, kneel, crouch, climb and engage in physical activities for extended periods of time. This includes assisting with activities that require physical coordination.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with setting up or moving equipment for activities.
• Ability to move quickly in emergency situations and to assist participants as needed.
• Must be alert at all times, keeping safety in mind. Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities in order to monitor the environment and well‑being of participants.
• Must be capable of working under pressure in a somewhat disruptive environment.
• The ability to perform repetitive motions.

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