coach San Rafael, CA
Job description
Key MindsetsThe Mindfulness Coach will be motivated by, and appreciate the value of cultivating mindfulness, social-emotional learning and whole child development in schools. The individual in this role will work well individually, work well in teams and closely align with, and represent, MLP’s mission, vision and values (Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Curiosity, Social Justice, and Celebration). The individual in this role is an excellent communicator and exemplifies professionalism. This individual also has a deep passion for building strong connections and community at school sites as well as with other members of the MLP team.Position DescriptionThe Mindfulness Coach will deliver Mindful Life Projects curriculum in whole class settings and small groups throughout the regular school day in alignment with the curriculum's pacing guide. Mindful Life Projects curriculum delivers one lesson weekly to each classroom at a partner school site for the entire school year. In small group settings, the Mindful Life Instructor will weave mindfulness lessons from MLP’s curriculum into multiple modalities including: Mindful Movement, Expressive arts and Performing Arts. Lessons will be delivered in alignment with MLP’s curriculum pacing guide. Each small group will be 40 minutes, with eight students from the same grade level. During the regular school day, a typical day will include five small group sessions. In two-on-one settings the Mindful Life Instructor will work with two students that are in need of more intervention/prevention support in approximately 20 minute sessions. This individual will attend mandatory MLP meetings, complete student, class, or school reports as necessary and will be supervised by the Impact Specialist. Along with instruction, the Mindfulness Coach will also raise awareness within the school community by delivering handouts, preparing special student projects, and connecting with school staff. This individual will enjoy creating strong connections with the members of the school they serve.Specific ResponsibilitiesClass InstructionDeliver Mindful Life Projects curriculum in whole classroom settings, small group settings and/or two-on-one settings in a safe and engaging manner
Provide support and guidance to Mindful Life Project partner school’s students through a mindfulness based lens, collaborating with MLP admin and school site leadership
Explain, demonstrate and guide students through mindfulness techniques in a safe and engaging manner
Plan and prepare lessons for delivery
Comply with all necessary school district requirements for providing program services to students at school sites
Abide by all Mindful Life Project, School, and District policies and procedures
Professional Development / Reporting Student ProgressAttend and complete all required Mindful Life Project professional trainings in person and/or online
Attend all required meetings
Complete and submit all required Mindful Life Project reports on student progress and school atmosphere
Alert Mindful Life Project Admin to any high risk students or teachers and collaborate on extra support as needed
Facilitate student assessments and complete reports as required
Integrating Mindfulness in School CommunityGrow positive public awareness of Mindful Life Project and strengthen its reputation
Offer weekly school site staff mindful sessions
Collaborate with Program Admin throughout the year on how best to support whole school mindfulness implementation
Attend School Site Staff Meetings
Attend Back to School night, Open House and MLP family nights
Collaborate with school site staff to maximize impact of MLP’s programming
Promote the importance of mindfulness in schools and the mission of MLP
Deliver handouts and/or mindfulness resources to school staff and families to raise awareness
Attend MLP’s community events
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Education – Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience – Experience as a classroom teacher, substitute teacher, after school program coordinator or educator in other settings. Familiarity, or experience with delivering mindfulness in schools is preferred.
Mindfulness - Strong understanding, experience, and passion for mindfulness practices aligned with MBSR
Technical - Proficient in Google Suite
Skills:Ability to articulate MLP’s mission and programs, and show passion for the mission and values of MLP
Excellent communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Must possess good judgment and exercise diplomacy in dealing with a variety of school situations
Ability to interact skillfully with all individuals in school communities
Ability to form strong connections with youth from varying backgrounds
Ability to deliver MLP curriculum in engaging and relevant ways
Physical Duties:Ability to stand and walk over the course of a school day
Ability to carry up to 20 lbs. of equipment when necessary
This is a full-time non-exempt salary position. Mindful Coach positions work August 2023 - June 2024. Sick time is accrued, paid holidays and PTO offered.Compensation package includes the following benefits:Health (Kaiser) Silver plan that includes chiropractic and acupuncture services, MLP contributes 75% towards the employee cost for this plan and 25% for any dependents. CoPower One Better plan that includes DeltaDental, Vision and Life Insurance, MLP contributes 100% of the cost for this plan for the employee. EAP at no cost for all MLP employees and family members living in their household. Retirement (401K, 401K Roth) with a company match of up to 0.5% of employees salary annually.THE ABOVE STATEMENTS REFLECT THE GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR JOB PERFORMANCE AND ARE NOT TO BE CONSIDERED AN ALL-INCLUSIVE LIST. ALL STAFF ARE EXPECTED TO SUPPORT THE MISSION AND VALUES OF MINDFUL LIFE PROJECT.Equal Opportunity EmployerMLP is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our organization's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The organization also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $27.33 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
