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Recreation Leader (NBOE)

Newark Public Schools | Newark, NJ

  

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CountyEssex
Posted Date 9/11/2024
Description

NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102
ROGER LEÓN, SUPERINTENDENT
RECREATION LEADER
Various School Locations

(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)


The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Recreation Leader at Various School Locations.
This title is governed by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission; meaning that a candidate for the position will be placed as a provisional employee. At a later date the candidate will be required to take an examination administered by the Civil Service Commission. Candidates must score and rank high enough on this examination in order to remain in the position as a permanent employee.
DEFINITION: Under supervision, leads, organizes and oversees recreational programs and activities for an assigned group; assists with activity planning, implementation and evaluation; does other related work as required.
Positions in this class differ from Recreation Aide due to greater responsibility for planning and overseeing specific recreation program activities. Positions in this class differ from Recreation Supervisor due to greater involvement and participation in specific program activities.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
1. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Leads, oversees and participates in recreational program activities in a recreation center or other facility.
2. Ensures program guidelines and safety practices are followed; immediately responds to potentially hazardous situations to avoid accidents or injury; reports all accidents to supervisor.
3. Instructs individuals and groups in area of specialty (e.g. arts & crafts, boxing, drama, senior citizen activities, sports, social recreation, etc.).
4. Assists with curriculum planning and developing specific activities; implements program plans and makes recommendations for new activities.
5. Demonstrates and explains the concepts, techniques, procedures, rules and regulations used in the recreation program.
6. Assists in directing tournaments, socials, dances, seminars and other special events.
7. Oversees assigned functional areas of the center such as the gymnasium, auditorium, athletic field, game room or handicrafts.
8. May perform field preparation duties for sports and other programs (e.g. baseball, softball, football, etc.)
9. Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment; ensures the proper use of equipment.
10. Prepares and maintains records and reports of plans, program activities, and attendance.
11. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
12. Perform other duties and tasks assigned by supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
1. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures as they relate to various recreational activities.
2. Ability to plan and conduct effective instructional tasks.
3. Ability to promote and organize recreation programs.
4. Ability to instruct, lead and motivate participants.
5. Ability to effectively organize program activities.
6. Ability to identify potentially dangerous or hazardous situations.
7. Ability to maintain discipline and enforce safety policies and procedures.
8. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with participants, associates and the public.
9. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
10. Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
11. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
REPORTS TO: Department Head
SALARY, EMPLOYMENT PERIOD AND UNION AFFILIATION
1. Salary: $32,264 - $40,632
2. Employment Period: Ten (10) Months
3. Union Affiliation: Newark Teachers Union
HOW TO APPLY
Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.
OPENING AND CLOSING DATE
Opening Date: September 11, 2024
Closing Date: September 24, 2024 or until filled

THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Salary32,264.00 - 40,632.00 Annual
County
Essex
Type of Job (PreK-12 or Higher Ed.)
PreK-12

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