Afternoon Golf Program Director - Lakeville, United States - The Hotchkiss School

The Hotchkiss School
The Hotchkiss School
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Lakeville, United States

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Description

Department:
Summer Portals


FLSA:
Exempt


Reports to:
Dean of Summer Programs


Dates:
July 15th - July 25th


Class Schedule: 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Mon.
Fri.)


Summer Portals at Hotchkiss School includes a wide variety of academic and recreational offerings to rising 5th through 10th grade students, many of whom are experiencing a residential learning experience for the first time.

Students come to Summer Portals from diverse nationalities and cultures, seeking academic enrichment and exploration.


GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


The Golf Program Director will oversee a group of 15-20 students, organizing them into skill-based groupings and supervising 3-4 fellows to assist with program activities.

The Director will be responsible for teaching basic golf skills, ensuring adherence to golf etiquette, emphasizing safety with golf clubs and hitting, and cultivating an interest in the sport among participants.

Additionally, the Director will supervise student activities, maintain vigilance with safety protocols, and foster an organized and positive learning environment.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • In advance of Program dates, develop and review curriculum, and syllabus as well as review both groupbased and individually guided activities and content;
  • Assist in procuring necessary program materials and equipment before the program begins.
  • Participate in Summer Portals faculty orientation, which includes online professional boundaries training in Sexual Harassment Prevention, and CT Department of Children and Families Mandated Reporter Training.
  • Support and contribute to the curriculum and class lesson planning during the program,
  • Instruct students by observing their academic level, conducting activities to support their skill development; and helping them explore and take creative risks.
  • Counsel, support, and guide students as needed.
  • Identify and communicate with the Dean of Summer Programs, any emergent need that warrants immediate support, ensuring student safety and wellbeing.
  • At the end of the program, provide a written assessment commenting on each student's progress through the program, describing their growth, attitude, effort as well as achievement.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

  • Demonstrated experience coaching golf and working with middle and/or high school students.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication skills to promote inclusive and respectful behavior.
  • Friendly demeanor with compassion, empathy, and patience for students.


This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic educational environment and to inspire a new generation of golf enthusiasts.


The Hotchkiss School is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to basing judgments concerning the employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities.

The School is firmly committed to equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and applicants in all phases of the employment process (including recruitment, hiring, assignment, terms, and conditions of employment, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, and termination).


In accordance with applicable law, the School does not discriminate against any individual based on age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.


For further information, contact:

Richard Hazelton

Dean of Summer Programs

Director, Center for Global Understanding & Independent Thinking

Applicants will be expected to submit:

  • A current resume.
  • Two letters of recommendation or work references.
  • Unofficial transcript(s).
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