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Job Description:
Instruction, Lesson Planning & Youth Accountability Head Instructor (65%)
Head Instructor
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Create and maintain an instructional environment that prioritizes skill mastery, emotional safety, and positive youth development.
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Plan, prepare, and implement age-appropriate lessons and activities that support participant growth and engagement.
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Use observation, critical thinking, and feedback strategies to evaluate participants and support staff performance.
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Maintain accountability for all youth in assigned areas, ensuring consistent supervision and responsive care.
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Experience in archery is preferred.
Safety, First Aid & Documentation (10%)
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Monitor participant safety at all times and administer first aid when necessary.
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Initiate emergency action procedures appropriately and calmly.
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Accurately complete incident, accident, and behavioral reports as required.
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Use sound judgment to assess situations, respond appropriately, and communicate effectively with supervisors and families.
Training, Meetings & Professional Development (10%)
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Attend required orientation sessions, program meetings, and in‑service training.
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Review and comply with all program policies, procedures, and activity guidelines.
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Actively pursue opportunities for career growth and skill development through training and feedback.
Equipment & Supplies Management (5%)
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Check out, request, and properly use equipment and supplies for activities.
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Maintain and organize the equipment area before clocking out each day.
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Report equipment needs, safety concerns, and supply issues to supervisors.
Program Promotion & Family Engagement (5%)
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Communicate effectively with parents regarding participant progress and development.
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Promote KidSpirit programs including recreational classes, camps, ACES, and special events.
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Serve as a positive ambassador for the program, using strong interpersonal communication skills.
Communication, Paperwork & Record Keeping (5%)
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Maintain clear, timely communication with coworkers and supervisors, including responding promptly to emails and phone calls.
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Complete necessary paperwork, attendance sheets, and documentation with accuracy and attention to detail.
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Collaborate with team members to support smooth program operations.
Other Duties
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Carry out additional responsibilities as requested by supervisors to support program success and team functioning.
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May require lifting of 35lbs.
Leadership
For leadership positions:
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Train archery staff in administrative tasks and protocol.
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Maintain an archery program and staff schedule.
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Delegate and manage gymnastics projects.
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Revise SOP as needed.
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May need to lift 35 lbs.
Qualifications:
Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements
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Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
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Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
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Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
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High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
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Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
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Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
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Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
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Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
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These tasks are done during the onboarding process but have to be completed before starting to work.
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Current, valid First Aid certification by the start of programming.
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Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (RRCAN) certification by start of programming.
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Introduction to Child Care Health & Safety certification by start of programming.
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Fundamentals of Learning
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This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 24 months.
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OSU Youth Safety and Compliance requirements, standards of behavior and mandatory reporting training.
Working Conditions/Schedule:
Salary Range:
Anticipated Start Date:
2026-09-07
Anticipated End Date:
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