Temporary After School Track & Field Sports Coach, Grant (Inglewood) (4068)
About The Position
Help young athletes discover what they're capable of. As the After School Track & Field Instructor (Temporary), you'll introduce elementary and middle school students to the excitement of track and field while helping them build confidence, develop athletic skills, and experience the power of teamwork, perseverance, and personal achievement. Through engaging practices, skill development, conditioning, and positive coaching, you'll create an environment where every participant is encouraged to challenge themselves, celebrate progress, and enjoy being active. Whether a student is trying track and field for the first time or developing existing skills, you'll help create an experience that inspires a lifelong love of movement and healthy living. This is a temporary, seasonal, grant-funded position supporting a school-year track and field initiative from August 1 through October 31.
Requirements
- Eighteen (18) years of age or older.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience coaching, teaching, or leading youth track and field or related sports.
- Knowledge of track and field events, rules, techniques, conditioning, and safe coaching practices.
- Experience working with elementary and middle school youth preferred.
- Strong communication skills, emotional maturity, and the ability to build positive, authentic relationships with youth and families.
- Current EMSA First Aid and Adult, Infant, and Child CPR certifications, or the ability to obtain required certifications as a condition of employment.
- Completion of required health screenings and background clearances prior to working with participants.
Responsibilities
- Lead engaging track and field practices that teach fundamental skills, sportsmanship, teamwork, and healthy competition.
- Create a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment where every participant feels supported and motivated to achieve their personal best.
- Plan age appropriate activities that build endurance, coordination, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for physical activity.
- Organize practices, skill challenges, meets, and other activities that celebrate individual growth and team success.
- Build positive relationships with students, families, school staff, and YMCA Team Members while ensuring a safe and high quality program experience.
Benefits
- Free gym membership with access to YMCA centers across Greater Los Angeles.
- Team Member Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support resources.
- Paid Well-Being Day to rest, recharge, and focus on yourself.
- Paid training, certifications, and leadership development.
- Tuition assistance through partner universities, including Capella University, Springfield College, and Strayer University.
- 10% employer contribution to the Y Retirement Fund (upon eligibility).
- Tax deferred and Roth 403(b) retirement savings options.
- Save on YMCA programs, including swim lessons, personal training, camps, youth programs, and more.
- Complimentary before and after school child care for eligible Team Members (restrictions apply).
- Free youth sports and enrichment classes for your children, including ballet and martial arts.
- Exclusive savings through PerkSpot, plus discounts on wireless services and Dell products.
- Exclusive financial benefits through Rize Credit Union.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
