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

Location: 982 Hegeman Avenue Brooklyn NY 11208

Hours: Up to 8 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.