Graduate Assistantships
The Department of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
offers various graduate assistantships available to students
enrolled in a graduate degree program at Boston University.
Assistantships are currently offered in Group Exercise, Dance,
Emergency Medical Response, Fitness and Sports Medicine. We
also have assistantships in administrative fields of recreation,
which include Marketing/Promotions, Membership and Special Programming.
Aquatics-Family Rec & Operations - Graduate Assistantship
One position available
Start date of September 1, 2012
Description:
The Department of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance is currently seeking a Graduate Assistant in Aquatics for 2012-2013 academic year to assist the Manager of Aquatics with the management and execution of pool operations and aquatic programming at the Boston University Aquatic Center within the Fitness and Recreation Center.
Duties:
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
● Hire, train, supervise and schedule instructor staff
● Communicate, organize and schedule family recreation programming
● Supervise and evaluate children’s swim lessons
● Teach aquatics classes, including PE, Family Rec, and Non-Credit classes
● Assist with the creation and promotion of new classes and programs
● Assist with the oversight of the student management staff including the Head Lifeguards
● Assist the Manager of Aquatics with any other assigned duties
Each Graduate Assistant will be required to routinely work one weekend day to supervise programming. Other weekend hours and some evenings will also be required.
Requirements:
Minimum qualifications: Bachelors degree in any field. Current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Water Safety Instructor. Minimum three years of experience lifeguarding and swim instruction. Excellent customer service and communication skills required. Must be extremely well organized and able to effectively manage a number of projects simultaneously. Must be accepted into a graduate degree program at Boston University.
Preferred qualifications: Five years of lifeguarding and swim instructor experience, including work experience at indoor aquatic facilities. Two years experience in a supervisory role (e.g. head lifeguard, pool manager). Current certification as an American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor and Certified Pool Operator. Experience teaching adults as well as children. Experience supervising a college-age population. Experience using Meet Manager software.
Application Procedure:
The graduate assistantship is a nine-month appointment from September 2012– May, 2013. The stipend includes 8 credits tuition per semester and $10,000 stipend for the nine months.
Interested and qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, acceptance letter and two current letters of recommendation to Joan Rajfer, Manager of Aquatics at joan@bu.edu by Monday, April 16, 2012.
Description:
The Department of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance at Boston University is currently seeking a Group Exercise Graduate Assistant for the 2012-13 academic year. This candidate will assist in the day to day function of the Fitness Center programs.
The position is offered to an accepted candidate in a BU graduate program and requires a work schedule of 20-25 hours per week during fall, spring and summer semesters. The award consists of up to 8 credits of tuition remission per semester and a $10,000 stipend, paid over a ten-month period on a weekly basis. The position is renewable for a second year contingent upon the satisfactory performance of the individual during the first.
Duties:
Assist Fitness Manager with the following duties (and others as assigned). Instructing Group Exercise classes. Auditioning, supervising, and scheduling of group exercise instructors. Supervising of the Gerald Tsai Jr. Fitness Center during scheduled opening/closing and weekend shifts. Oversight of upkeep and maintenance of group exercise equipment. Developing and promoting health and fitness programs and classes.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university Group Exercise Certification, Adult CPR and AED certification, and 1-3 years group exercise teaching experience. Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel in particular
Application Procedure:
If interested, please send a copy of your acceptance letter, a cover letter and resume to:
Rosella Avitabile-Muller
Manager of Fitness
Dept. of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
BU Fitness and Recreation Center
915 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
617.353.0627
ravimull@bu.edu
Description/Duties:
Assist in the daily operations of the Boston University Sailing Pavilion. Duties include but are not limited to: Coaching all weekends during the fall and spring collegiate sailing seasons; Coaching one practice day per week.
Assist in hiring and training of recreational sailing staff. Teaching instructional classes; assist in organizing, managing, and instructing the Summer Term Children's Program. Administrative duties include budget and travel expense reports, program development, boat maintenance and fiberglass repair. Help prepare and organize weekly sailing team meetings; assist in sailing team duties including recruiting, alumni relations, and annual team newsletter. Regatta management for hosted regattas. Team travel and supervision.
Appointment Period: 9 months - September 1, 2011- November 30 and March 1, 2012-August 31, 2012. Hours: Approximately 20 hours per week but collateral duties may apply. Second year appointment pending satisfactory performance. $10,000 salary plus tuition remission (8 credits/semester) for Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Acceptance and enrollment into a graduate degree program at Boston University. Strong skippering experience in intercollegiate sailing. Minimum two years (summer) experience as a Sailing Instructor and additional two years of experience as a High School/Junior Sailing level Coach. Knowledge of outboard engines and experience driving small powerboats. Knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Filemaker, Contribute, and the Navy Scoring System. Certifications in First Aid for the Professional Rescuer, CPR, and Advanced Lifesaving.
Application Procedure:
Please send letter of application, two letters of recommendation, and resume to:
Bradley S. Churchill
Coordinator of Sailing
915 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 353-9307
Cell: (617) 201-0044
Fax (617) 353-5147
bchurch@bu.edu
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