What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Cheerleading Aide position at Bend Metro and Park Recreation District?
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Benefit type : Part Time - Temporary
Benefits available : For a full description of our benefits, please click here.
About the job :
Provide Youth Cheerleading program instruction under the supervision and direction of the Youth Cheerleading Team Lead. Teach the rules and fundamentals of Cheerleading. Promote an environment consistent with program philosophies and goals.
Job Responsibilities :
- Learn cheer and motions before practice so they can teach the participants
- Knowledge of safe spotting techniques for stunting
- Help with set up and cleanup of practice
- Knowledge of tumbling and jump technique
- Ability to communicate with participants who demonstrate a wide range of abilities
- Comprehension of written practice plans / goals for the program
- Following direction of their supervisor
- Collaboration and communication with other coaches
- Utilize autonomy to lead small groups in pre-planned exercises
- Communicating with parents / guardians about a child’s performance, behavior, etc.
- Written communication with Head Coach and BPRD staff
- Potentially lifting and moving heavy equipment
- Demonstrating good / proper behavior for the participants
- When showing exercises / drills / technique
- Communication / respect towards other coaches and Head Coach
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Requirements :
What you’ll need for success :
Strong Knowledge of :
Skill and Ability to :
What we’re looking for :
Education, Experience and Training :
License and Certifications :
Some positions may require possession of CPR / First Aide certification to be provided through on-the-job training.
Supervision Exercised :
Supervision is not normally a responsibility of this position.
Supervision Received :
Work under the direct supervision of the JSFC Manager.
Working Conditions :
Depending on the program, duties may be performed either indoors or outdoors, which may include working in extreme weather conditions. Work schedule is varied and may require evenings, weekends and holidays. Hours vary depending upon specific childcare and youth program needs. The flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention much or all of the time. Work requires continuous contact with infants, toddlers and children and requires a great deal of energy, patience and flexibility. Frequent exposure to childhood illnesses poses slight health hazard. Physical exertion includes frequent walking, bending and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted, pushing, pulling and kneeling in order to lift children, equipment and supplies. Job stress may include dealing with parents / patron, crowds, uncooperative participants, difficult individuals, exposure to illness and periods of continuous demand.
Selection Process :
Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training. An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by Bend Park & Recreation District policies, including a background check and a driving history review when driving is required for position.
Equal Employment Opportunity :
Bend Park and Recreation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Bend Park & Recreation District Core Competencies :
All positions with Bend Park and Recreation District are subject to district and position competencies. Below is a list of the most critical competencies for this position. Additional competencies are required for the position and may change based on needs. A complete list of the competencies is available from Human Resources.
To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete online application. Your application and submitted responses to the supplemental questions will be the information we use for our evaluation. Applicants are asked to provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive veteran's preference.
