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Athletics Coach

Medium, Redwood City, California, United States, 94061

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Overview

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.

Position Summary The Athletics Coach is an hourly role for educators who want to specialize in physical education. Our ECCs work with students from various grades throughout the day.

Essential Functions

Motivate students to participate in learning activities; create a positive student culture; maintain high behavioral expectations for all students

Follow network guidelines for curriculum (scope and sequence maps, unit plans, lesson plans) and adapt when necessary to meet the needs of your students

Differentiates content by age-group and/or grade-level to ensure that activities are developmentally appropriate

Collaborate with school staff to develop a positive culture focused on Rocketship’s core values (respect, responsibility, persistence, empathy)

Serve as the leader and facilitate large group lessons on the topics indicated above

Communicate and collaborate with fellow ECCs, teachers, and school leaders; participate actively in staff development opportunities as a member of the Rocketship team

Ensure that students have access to a positive and productive learning environment by enforcing all campus safety rules and behavior expectations; respond to occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue, and/or occasional interactions with children who require additional support with behavior

Inventory and maintain Enrichment Center materials and accessories

Other duties as assigned by the supervisor (arrival/dismissal support, lunch, and recess duties)

Qualifications

Passion for working with children; ability to motivate and support children in reaching high levels of academic success

At least 2 years of college required

Belief in the value of enrichment education for all children

Previous experience or training working with youth

Previous experience managing and/or teaching groups of elementary-age students is strongly preferred

Content expertise preferred

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of staff members

Ability to learn laws, rules, practices and procedures related to public education and specific to Rocketship Public Schools

Fluency in English

Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

Compensation Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Policies Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. For questions, concerns, or complaints, contact Equity/Discrimination Title IX Compliance Officer, Kenzie Kilb. Email: kkilb@rsed.org. Address: 350 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 109, Redwood City, CA 94065. Phone: 877-806-0920 ext. 115.

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