12/28/2021
Rugby 4 All seeks dynamic, energetic, ambitious, enthusiastic individuals with a commitment to positive behavioral approaches and teamwork for after school programs in conjunction with Community Based Organizations, NYC Department of Education, and NYC Department of Youth and Community Development. Qualified applicants are proactive, caring and results-oriented future teachers, camp counselors, and/or former student-athletes devoted to practices that promote healthy habits, activity, exercise, and self-confidence. The ability to maintain a positive, caring, and fun attitude, to learn and grow from mistakes, and to set an example as a continuous, open-minded learner is critical.
Start date for this job will occur on a rolling basis. Coaching positions are available for year-round or seasonal availability. Rugby experience is helpful but not required - training will be provided. After-school programs operate Monday – Friday from 2:30 - 6:00pm and some Saturday mornings. Individual schedules will vary by school. Locations include all 5 boroughs of NYC as well as Jersey City, NJ and Hoboken, NJ.
About Rugby 4 All
Rugby 4 All is a non-profit organization that strives to deliver a structured, active, fun-filled, engaging experience for all our participants using the unique culture and core values of flag rugby as our foundation. Our sessions foster an inclusive environment for boys and girls and are intentionally designed to develop all the necessary skills that a child needs to develop and grow both on and off the field. Children participate in a variety of exercises and activities to promote active, healthy habits. These involve tagging, evasion, and team-oriented games with an emphasis on movement and coordination while learning all the basic fundamentals of the sport. Rugby is a fast growing, dynamic, and exciting Olympic sport that is fun for all ages!
Primary Responsibilities
• Provide youth flag rugby coaching and program administration
• Foster a fun, inclusive, and active learning environment
• Coaching will be in-person
• Implement lesson plans and curriculum based on Rugby 4 All’s class descriptions and goals
• Promote and model Rugby 4 All’s core values and behaviors for staff and students
• Collaborate with other staff to create a positive community
• Actively update Program Director regarding program progress and challenges
• Participate in Rugby 4 All staff meetings, development sessions and comply with training requirements
• Ensure safety of groups of children during activities and address emergency situations
• Maintain communication and build relationships with on-site school and Community Based Organization leaders
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
• Accountable to maintain program equipment (balls, cones, flags, and flag belts) and ensure all equipment is ready for use (balls pumped up)
Qualifications
• Age 18 & over
• Ability to work flexible hours (specifically a 2:30-6pm window), including, weekends, if necessary
• Strong work ethic, team-oriented attitude, and enthusiasm about contributing to the program
• Must have strong interpersonal skills
• Strong classroom/youth group management skills
• Summer camp counselors, future teachers, current/former student-athletes preferred
• Experience working with young children in sports camp settings preferred
• Excellent communication, organization, and computer skills
• Compensation is commensurate with experience and coaching qualification
• 2+ years teaching experience with middle or elementary school children, after-school setting preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Undergraduate students studying elementary education (elementary physical education preferred)
• Ability to build and maintain positive and respectful relationships with families, students and coworkers of diverse backgrounds and identities;
• Proactive problem-solver, able to anticipate issues and thoughtfully handle unanticipated events
• Willingness to hear feedback, self-reflect, learn and work to improve performance and outcomes
• Excellent communication skills, ability to articulate ideas and knowledge clearly;
• Multi-site flexibility (may be asked to work at different sites depending on need)
• Ability to love, understand, listen to, nurture, support, and accept all children
• Rugby background/familiarity is helpful but not necessary
• Proof of vaccination required for all Rugby 4 All employees working with children through the NYC Department of Education
• CPR AED certification
• Ability to travel throughout NYC
• Ability to handle, move, and care for sports equipment
