School Enrichment Recess Coach (0.5 FTE) - Melrose Leadership Academy Elementary (2019-20)

Reference: PCN7564

This position is 0.5 FTE, salary will be pro-rated.

IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY: Due to union restrictions, this position is only available to current employees of this school district for the first 5 days following the posted date. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered during this time period.

BASIC FUNCTION: The Positive Play Recess Coach delivers high quality, fun, safe and interactive recess programming that delights participating schools and the children attending. The Positive Play Recess Coach is instrumental in supporting the implementation of our District positive behavior frameworks (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports; Caring School Community; Toolbox; No Bully; etc…) including school based norms for behavior (Be Safe, Be Positive, Be Responsible, etc...). The coach models positive social interactions and sportsmanship through great games and sports. The Coach provides a safe and inclusive environment for play. The Coach will manage groups of students; have a passion for physical fitness; actively participate in games and activities with students; have a commitment to promoting social-emotional learning through play, and help build a healthy school community through play.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to reflect the principal job elements accurately.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Partner with teachers, principals and parents to build a culture of play to enable students to feel a sense of belonging and have an opportunity to contribute on the playground, in the classroom and in their communities.

Enhance and transform recess and play into a positive experience that helps students and teachers get the most out of every learning opportunity; provide teaching and learning opportunities inherent in recess to bring healthy, inclusive play that moves kids off the sidelines and engages them in action.

Create a shared understanding for games that gives students the opportunity for stay as active as possible during recess and to create options for them to engage in healthy, inclusive play that focuses on the fun of the game rather than winning or losing.

Teach students basic sports, playground and cooperative games, as well as lessons on physical health and fitness and principles of violence prevention and safety.

Encourage teams of students to work together to learn games, fair play and positive conflict resolution and to teach these skills and lessons appropriately to their classmates; encourage a focus on sportsmanship, leadership, conflict resolution and teamwork within the recess framework.

Build a play culture that acknowledges the arbitrariness of most conflicts and provide a simple, playful tool to address them; assist students to recognize and address more serious conflicts through conflict resolution techniques; provide an opportunity to foster the physical, social and emotional development of students.

Establish a weekly schedule of class game time activities, providing an inclusive, consciously cooperative approach to introducing sports and physical activity to students; create schedules based on needs and wants of students and curriculum.

Help students build empathy and teamwork through interscholastic/developmental sports leagues, which teach students the skills of games like basketball, baseball, volleyball, soccer, etc….

Build play into the fabric of the community with out-of-school time programs, which brings students together before and after the bells each day to focus on learning and growing.

Provide students with a solid combination of scholastic support, engaging physical activities and group projects within a consistent community.

Ensure the safety and security of participating students.

Provide students with an environment that reduces bullying and provides a feeling of safety.

Communicate regularly with parents and school staff through formal and informal check-ins.

Maintain positive and appropriate professional relationships with the students, parents and school staff.

Follow District and school site rules and procedures.

Actively participate in staff orientation/training and staff meetings.

Administer first aid when needed.

Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The District determines whether a candidate is qualified based on fulfillment of prerequisites, relevant work experience, ability to perform the essential functions, reference checks, effective interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated by interview performance and/or writing samples, and achievement on performance-based assessments (if applicable) that demonstrate the candidate possesses the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. Meeting prerequisites only satisfies the initial screening process and does not indicate the candidate is qualified to perform the essential functions of the position.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Safe practices in classroom and playground activities

Applicable federal, state, and District codes, regulations, policies and procedures governing work scope

Planning, organization and coordination needed for assigned program

Diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of District students

Effective pedagogy for ethnic populations, English, and Standard English Learners

Problems and concerns of disabled and/or at-risk students

Safe contact with bodily fluids, blood-borne pathogens, and communicable diseases

Effective student management techniques

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary and punctuation

Basic principles and practices of behavior techniques

Techniques used in guiding and motivating students

First aid techniques

District policies regarding health, safety and other procedures

Computer and internet based programs

ABILITY TO:

Engage and inspire youth

Build rapport, trust and respect with students

Lead groups of children

Set clear goals and follow through with flexible and creative problem solving skills

Be humorous and playful

Model positive behavior

Actively engage a diverse range of students in respectful, inclusive and healthy play

Manage assorted tasks with a focus on enhancing the experience for students during, before and after the school day

Integrate into the existing school community

Communicate effectively and demonstrate sensitivity to others

Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with school personnel, parents, co-workers, and the public

Work independently with appropriate direction and follow established policies and practices

Read, understand, interpret, and follow laws, rules, regulations, processes, policies, and methods of the office, the District, and the State of California in accordance with assigned duties

Administer first aid

Qualify for a Standard First Aid and CPR certificate

Apply integrity and trust in all situations

Understand and be sensitive to those of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Operate personal computer, related software, and other office equipment

PREREQUISITES

High school diploma or equivalent

Two (2) years of working with youth in a professional and urban school setting

CPR/First Aid required

Experience coaching sports is a plus

Must love to play games and lead activities with children

Must have demonstrative leadership skills, independence and a passion for working with children along with a interest in sports and fitness

Valid California Driver's License

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS:

Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENT:

Outdoor/indoor diverse school site environment; driving a vehicle to conduct work; fast-paced work; constant interruptions; exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Consistent mental alertness; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects up to 30 pounds, occasionally 30+ pounds; bending and twisting at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of both hands and fingers while performing duties; seeing to read, write and use the computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information, in person or on the telephone, and make presentations.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:

The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.



Primary Location: Melrose Leadership Academy Elementary
Salary Range: $26,870.73 - 35982.55 (pro-rated at 0.50 FTE) / Per Year
Shift Type: per FTE

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