Physical Education Program Coordinator - Mott Haven
Location: 565 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10451
Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
About the role
The Program Coordinator participates in developing, implementing, supervising, and evaluating an ongoing physical fitness and recreation program that meets the needs and interests of our members. The candidate will empower members in a recreation program modeled after best practices that promotes and enhances member success, ensure all fitness programs and equipment operate within required risk‑management procedures, and oversee the implementation of safety standards. The role works under the general direction of the Physical Education Director with considerable opportunities for independent judgment and initiative.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of the fitness and recreation programming and gym facilities.
- Develop, coordinate, and evaluate dynamic, creative, and educationally sound programming, including instructional programs, competitions, group classes, personal training, and assessments.
- Seek out appropriate partnerships and collaborative opportunities with similar organizations.
- Oversee activities at internal and external locations.
- Assist in training, supervising, directing, and evaluating seasonal staff, volunteers, and members.
- Maintain a flexible schedule, including willingness to work on weekends as needed.
- Use behavior‑management strategies to defuse inappropriate behavior.
- Attend required department meetings and professional development trainings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- 1–2 years related experience in health, wellness, and/or fitness programming.
- Considerable knowledge of safety, recreation, physical education, sports management, exercise physiology, and/or physical therapy.
- Demonstrated organizational and leadership ability.
- Experience in planning, designing, and administering group and individual lessons/events.
- First Aid and CPR certification desirable.
Pay
$20.00 per hour.
Schedule
Part‑Time, non‑exempt position with a flexible schedule; required availability on weekends as needed.
Benefits
- Sick time (PTO).