Youth Program Staff

Description

Youth Program Staff is a year-round position responsible for supporting the Director of Youth Programs in a variety of youth-focused programs and events. Staff members assist with daily operations, supervision, and creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment for children and families across multiple programs, including Nook Learning League, Nook Kid Nights, Mini Movers, Nook Days Off, Homeschool Gym Classes, and special events such as Daddy Daughter Dance, Breakfast with Santa, and many more. This role requires flexibility, professionalism, enthusiasm, and a passion for working with children of all ages. 

NOTE: Because this position will involve routine interaction with children, all candidates must successfully obtain the following clearances PRIOR to beginning employment:

1. PA State Police criminal history record,
2. PA Child Abuse Clearance, and
3. FBI Fingerprint-based criminal history clearance.

If you do not already have these, please follow this link to begin the process of obtaining your clearances: http://www.keepkidssafe.pa.gov/resources/clearances/index.htm. We recommend obtaining these as soon as possible to ensure your employment can begin promptly, as results may take up to 4 weeks to arrive. You must possess the “Employment” versions of each clearance and not the “Volunteer” versions.

Benefits

Working at the largest indoor sports complex in North America is an experience that compares to no other. The atmosphere is filled with energetic excitement that provides an uplifting ambience throughout the facility. The Nook takes pride in its friendly, guest-focused team members that make kindness contagious and help others succeed.

As a Part-Time team member of the Nook, you will enjoy:

• Free individual membership to our massive 80,000+ sq. ft. fitness center, including all the equipment you need to fit almost any training program. Membership also includes all group fitness classes. (Upgrade to family membership at 50% off the total price).
• 1.5x your hourly rate of pay for holiday hours worked
• 35% discount on food and beverage purchases, including our upscale restaurant, Forklift and Palate
• 35% off all Nook apparel
• Free child watch (3 hour increments)
• Discounts on birthday parties, personal training, event space rental, and more!
• Discounts at participating local restaurants and businesses

Essential Job Functions 

• Assist with the daily operations and supervision of a variety of Youth Programs, including Nook Learning League, Nook Kid Nights, Mini Movers, Nook Days Off, Homeschool Gym Classes, and special events.
• Set up, organize, and tear down classrooms, activity spaces, and event areas before and after programs.
• Lead and assist with age-appropriate activities, games, crafts, sports, and educational experiences.
• Ensure programs remain on schedule while adapting activities to meet the needs of the group.
• Supervise children at all times and respond appropriately to behavioral, medical, or emergency situations.
• Support the Director of Youth Programs with program preparation, special events, administrative tasks, and other duties as assigned.
• Be energetic, interactive, and actively engaged with children throughout each program.

Basic Qualifications  

• Background in youth programming and coaching with general knowledge about a variety of sports 
• Previous experience working with children in an activity, camp, workshop, or coaching setting 
• Current CPR/AED certification 
• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field or current enrollment in a Bachelor’s Degree program and 2 years of experience working with children 
• 18 years of age or older  
• Dependable transportation to and from work 
• Language skills: Fluent knowledge of the English language; including the ability to read and interpret written information and speak and understand verbal communication  
• Ability to fulfill the physical requirements of the position with any reasonable accommodations as necessary 
• Availability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as needed 
• Authorized to work in the United States 
• Highly dependable with a history of consistent attendance and punctuality 
• Demonstrates a positive and friendly attitude towards guests, customers, and fellow employees. Exhibits a respectful, professional demeanor 
• Brings integrity to every interaction, takes initiative to jump in where needed, lifts up teammates to win together, and creates an environment where positivity and kindness shape every guest experience. If that sounds like you, learn more about joining our team on our careers page.

Working Conditions

• Work environment: Upbeat, high-energy sports and event complex with heavy foot traffic and frequent large crowds.  
• Physical requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the team member will be regularly required to perform physical activity that includes moving about the work area, standing, sitting, bending, reaching with hands and arms, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, hearing and smelling. The team member will be frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. He or she is required to have the visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.  
• Lifting requirements: The team member will be required to lift, push, pull, lower and/or move up to 10 lbs regularly, and up to 40 lbs occasionally.   
• Noise Level: The noise level in this environment is typically moderate to loud.  
• Work schedule: The work schedule will fluctuate to include evenings and weekends.