Qualifications
- Some college, preferably with coursework in health, youth or teen development, education, or a related field
- At least two years of experience working with children and leading groups
- Athletic ability is not required, but applicants must be able to learn and demonstrate the basic skills of multiple sports and fitness activities
- Demonstrated knowledge of computer environments, e.g. Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
- Must be able to travel daily to sites throughout Chicago
- Spanish conversation skills a plus
Licensing Required
- Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work
- Verification of degree/credentials
- Background check and fingerprint clearance
- Must be available to work occasional evenings and weekends
- Agreement to uphold all Girls in the Game Policies and Procedures (by signature)
Core Competencies
- Coaching/leading groups
- Youth/teen development
- Problem solving and decision making
- Supporting and developing others
- Relationship building
Communication Skills
Ability to implement the provided curriculum for groups of children; ability to encourage children to participate in activities; ability to use positive language to defuse conflicts as they arise during programming; ability to communicate effectively and professionally with adults including staff, parents/guardians, teachers and school administrators, and fieldtrip vendors and contacts; ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups; ability to communicate in writing as well as over the phone or in person
Reasoning Ability
Ability to resolve problems as they arise during programming; ability to work with part-time coaching staff to prevent and troubleshoot challenges with participants and site contacts; ability to track detailed enrollment and attendance information; ability to learn to use the Salesforce.com database
Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This position requires:
Frequently: sitting, walking, running, active play, seeing, hearing, speaking, standing, carrying
Occasionally: stooping, lift up to 40 lbs., squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling
Seldom: climbing, twisting
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This is a fast-paced environment and the noise level is usually moderate.