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| Coach Job Description | ||||||||||||||||||
| Introduction | ||||||||||||||||||
| It is important that the classes be an enjoyable and positive learning experience for all students.� Consider yourself an ambassador for the Medina SeniorNet at all times, even when a situation might become stressful.� Our future success depends on the majority of the students returning to take additional classes. | ||||||||||||||||||
| There may be a very rare situation where a student exhibits rude behavior.� It is important to try to resolve the problem in a very quiet, calm and diplomatic way.� Seek support from the instructor in resolving the problem. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Background | ||||||||||||||||||
| Must be knowledgeable of PC computers using Windows XP operating system and the program software to be used in the class.� Must be able to work well with senior citizens who may require a slow pace with much repetition and reinforcement as students may not have been in a classroom for thirty years or more.� Must be very patient and kind.� Must be very dependable. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Procedures | ||||||||||||||||||
| Review the lesson plans enough to comfortably assist in the class. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Arrive at least fifteen minutes prior to class time. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Sign in and put on your name tag. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Confer with your instructor as to what the plans are and what assignments you have for the day.� Usually the coach is in the background quietly walking around to help students follow the instructions of the instructor.� The instructor may ask you to help one particular student who has difficulty understanding the instructions or keeping up with the other students. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Assist the instructor in preparing for the class start-up.� | ||||||||||||||||||
| When the class session is over, assist the instructor in closing down the LearningCenter. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Sign out and put your name tag in the basket. | ||||||||||||||||||
| When you feel confident that you could be an instructor, convey this information to the Learning Center Coordinator. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Special Notes | ||||||||||||||||||
| Coaches receive free membership in SeniorNet. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Coaches may take any SeniorNet class for half price by registering for the class through the normal channels. | ||||||||||||||||||
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