Resource Team Member

Milwaukee Public Schools • Milwaukee, WI, United States • 5d ago

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Assistant Recreation Supervisor - Adaptive Athletics, a Resource Team Member is responsible for assisting with event day management and facilitation of the school-based athletic competitions which are held during the school day.

Position Summary

Serve as an event day facilitator for the MPS Adaptive Athletics program
Assist with set-up and take-down of school-based athletic events which includes coordinating/moving equipment, assembling sports stations, taping lines on a court, etc.
Orient, supervise, and guide MPS student volunteers assisting at each sporting event
Assist in monitoring athletic competitions and collecting post-competition score sheets and reports
Assist with the training of school coaches and their student athletes
Engage in positive interactions with program and building staff, parents and community members
Engage in positive interactions with MPS teachers, educational assistants, handicap children's assistants and other MPS personnel in an effort to promote a team approach to helping students succeed

Supervision Required

Reports to the Recreation Supervisor of Adaptive Athletics program.

Job Requirements

18 years of age or older
able to meet the scheduling needs for this position
access to reliable transportation

Preferred Experience

Retired Milwaukee Public Schools - Physical Education Teacher (preferred)
Work experience/volunteer with special education students
Active or prior involvement with Special Olympics

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Ability to lift and move sports equipment
Ability to communicate effectively with special education students ages 6-21 years old
Ability to establish and maintain effective working with fellow program staff, building staff and high school age volunteer staff
Exhibit verbal and written skills
Ability to multi-task while maintaining composure and professionalism under pressure
Ability to lead by example and work under very little supervision