Enrichment Center Coordinator (ECC) - PE

Enrichment Center Coordinator (ECC) - PE

Milwaukee, WI

School Support - Instructional Support /

Full-time /

On-site

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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.

Job Summary

The Physical Education Teacher / Enrichment Center Coordinator is part of our Enrichment Center team and provides K-5 students with opportunities to engage in enrichment activities outside of the traditional academic classroom. This role supports students in developing physical wellness, teamwork, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the world around them.

The PE Teacher / Enrichment Center Coordinator plays a critical role in strengthening school culture. This individual oversees the effectiveness of the Enrichment Center, facilitates physical education and enrichment activities, and interacts with all students on a weekly basis. Students rotate through the Enrichment Center every day in 45-minute blocks.

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Responsibilities

• Motivate students to participate in learning activities, create a positive student culture, and maintain high behavioral expectations for all students.
• Develop a year-long scope and sequence map, thematic unit plans, and lesson plans to teach physical education and enrichment-based content throughout the school year.
• Differentiate content by age group and grade level to ensure activities are developmentally appropriate for all students.
• Collaborate with school staff to develop and maintain a positive culture focused on Rocketship's core values of respect, responsibility, persistence, and empathy.
• Serve as the leader and facilitator for large group physical education and enrichment lessons.
• Communicate and collaborate with fellow Enrichment Center Coordinators, 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, safe, and productive learning environment by enforcing all campus safety rules and behavior expectations.
• Respond appropriately to occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissue, as well as occasional interactions with students who may require additional behavioral support.
• Inventory, organize, and maintain Enrichment Center materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Passion for working with children and the ability to motivate and support students in reaching high levels of success.
• Belief in the value of enrichment education and physical 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.
• Physical education, wellness, athletics, coaching, or enrichment content expertise preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and work closely with students, families, teachers, school leaders, and staff members.
• Ability to learn and follow laws, rules, practices, and procedures related to public education and specific to Rocketship Public Schools.
• Flexibility, professionalism, and a willingness to learn.

Physical Demands

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.

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. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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.

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$21 - $26.50 an hour

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