Instructor, Preschool Sports

The J • Overland Park, KS

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The J’s preschool sports classes are designed to inspire and instruct children ages 3-5. Our goals are to teach the fundamentals of baseball, football, soccer, basketball and basic physical education activities in ways that increase students’ knowledge and foster their engagement in healthy and recreational activities.

Requirements

• Experience working with children, especially ages 3-5
• Basic knowledge of the rules of baseball, football, soccer, and basketball
• Basic knowledge of Physical Education activities that are developmentally appropriate for preschool students
• Experience as a coach/player preferred
• Formal education in Physical Education, Education, or related field preferred
• Able to effectively communicate with groups of preschool students
• Able to maintain a positive, constructive class environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a coach/player
• Formal education in Physical Education, Education, or related field

Responsibilities

• Teaches preschool baseball, football, soccer, and basketball classes
• Escorts students between the preschool and the Fitness Center for his/her own classes and for classes taught by other Sports + Recreation staff members (Tennis, Taekwondo)
• Resolves child behavioral issues using positive behavior management techniques, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment while communicating concerns and progress with families and staff as needed
• Serves as a liaison between the Program Manager and Childhood Development Center staff by facilitating communication, coordinating student needs, and providing updates on participant progress, behavior, and program expectations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed