Physical Education Program Coordinator - Harlem, NY

Boys’ Club of New York

  • New York City, NY
  • $20.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 29 days ago
Position: Physical Education Program CoordinatorLocation: 321 East 111th St. New York, NY 10029Salary Range: $20.00 per hourSchedule: 25 hours per weekEmployment Type: Part-Time, Non-ExemptAbout UsSince 1876, The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) has been partnering with boys and young men in after-school, weekend, and summer programs that support youth growth and development. BCNY’s two well-equipped clubhouses in East Harlem and Flushing and its wilderness camp in Harriman State Park offer activities and programs remarkable in their range. From swimming to robotics and enjoying ice skating in Central Park and a trip to the theatre on Saturdays, BCNY programs and events deepen interests and skills and are free of charge to members and their families. With the increase in youth directly impacted by the shelter and homelessness crisis in New York City, BCNY is dedicated to increasing equitable access to its free, high quality youth programs that foster brave spaces where boys and young men can connect, have fun and build lifelong friendships with peers and mentor. Part of that mission is our commitment to BCNY’s expansion sites in the Bronx and Brooklyn that engage members within their communities with the same youth-centered ethos the organization is known for. Our dedicated and highly skilled staff and our professional advisory council have made BCNY a leader in youth programming across the field and we invite you join our team as we partner with boys and young men as they journey through their childhoods and our clubhouses.Job SummaryWe are a COVID-19 proactive organization who makes every effort to create and maintain an environment that is safe for our members and staff. The Program Coordinator participates in developing, implementing, supervising, and evaluating an ongoing physical fitness and recreation program that meets the needs and interests of our members. The candidate will empower our members in a recreation program modeled after best practices in the field that promotes and enhances member success. The candidate will ensure that all fitness programs and equipment operate within required risk management procedures and oversee the implementation of safety standards. He/she will work under the general direction of the Physical Education Director, but will have considerable opportunities to exercise independent judgment and initiative.Job RequirementsFrontline employees are not required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, BCNY strongly encourages all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and obtain a booster shot.Responsibilities
  • Oversee daily operations of the fitness and recreation programming and gym facilities
  • Develop, coordinate, and evaluate dynamic, creative, and educationally sound programming, including instructional programs, competitions, group classes, personal training, and assessments
  • Seek out appropriate partnerships and collaborative opportunities with similar organizations
  • Oversee activities at internal and external locations
  • Assist in training, supervising, directing, and evaluating seasonal staff, volunteers, and members
  • Flexible schedule, willing to work on weekends as needed
  • Use behavior management strategies to defuse inappropriate behavior
  • Attend required department meetings and professional development trainings
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • 1-2 years related experience in health, wellness, and/or fitness programming
  • Considerable knowledge of safety, recreation, physical education, sports management, exercise physiology, and/or physical therapy
  • Demonstrated organizational/leadership ability
  • Experience in planning, designing and administering group and individual lessons/events
  • First Aid and CPR Certification desirable
What We Offer
  • PTO: Sick time only
The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employerand makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

Boys’ Club of New York