Part Time Athletics Instructor

A PLACE CALLED HOME • Los Angeles, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

A Place Called Home (APCH) is a non-profit youth and community center in South Los Angeles offering a variety of programs including education, counseling, mentoring, arts, fitness, and wellness. APCH aims to help youth discover their interests and talents, develop a stronger sense of self, and prepare for higher education, viable jobs, and active community involvement. The APCH Athletics program is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Part-Time Athletics Instructor to lead and develop athletic classes for youth aged 8-18. This role involves designing and delivering classes focused on skill development, confidence building, and fostering a love for physical fitness and sports, all within a safe and supportive environment. The instructor will act as a positive role model, promote teamwork and resilience, and contribute to curriculum development and program administration.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience teaching multi-sports and/or fitness to youth of various ages and fitness levels.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Experience in classroom management, especially in an outdoor setting.
• Demonstrates respect, support, and fairness.
• Passionate about fitness and self-development.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace.
• Proficiency in data management for attendance and progress tracking.
• Ability to walk, stand, and move freely on different terrains.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Instructional techniques.
• Organization and time management.
• Classroom management.
• Adaptability and flexibility.
• Technology proficiency.
• Professionalism.
• Customer service.
• Ability to multitask.
• Mission-driven and detail-oriented.
• Resourceful and innovative.
• Innovative and creative.
• Ability to work in a high-noise environment typical of a youth center.
• Occasional walking and standing on different terrains; use of hands/vision for computer work.
• Ability to adapt to scheduling, weather, and changing student needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Background screening required.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and lead athletics classes covering a range of fitness techniques and sports, ensuring activities are developmentally appropriate and aligned with APCH’s mission.
• Deliver engaging, hands-on lessons that promote active participation, skill development, and a foundational understanding of physical fitness principles.
• Adapt lessons for diverse abilities to ensure inclusivity and accessibility, creating a welcoming environment for students of all fitness levels and interests.
• Serve as a positive role model, promoting self-respect, peer respect, and a supportive classroom environment.
• Encourage teamwork, confidence, and resilience, demonstrating discipline and persistence to support students' personal and athletic growth.
• Provide individualized feedback to guide students in reaching personal goals and reinforcing constructive behaviors.
• Support the Athletics Program Manager with developing a comprehensive curriculum incorporating physical conditioning, multi-sport skills, fitness concepts, and healthy lifestyle habits.
• Introduce historical and theoretical foundations of various sports, fostering a holistic understanding of athletics and fitness.
• Lead semester-end projects or showcases where students can demonstrate learned skills, celebrating their accomplishments and growth.
• Track and record daily attendance, maintaining accuracy in attendance logs and entering data into APCH’s tracking system promptly.
• Monitor student progress through regular assessments, documenting development to evaluate growth over time.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment, following APCH policies and safety protocols.
• Manage group dynamics effectively, ensuring all students remain engaged, respectful, and productive, with attention to conflict resolution and supportive redirection.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents, and APCH staff, fostering an open and supportive communication network.
• Collaborate with the Wellness team and other departments to integrate cross-disciplinary programs, aligning athletics with broader wellness and educational goals.
• Participate in meetings, training, and professional development to continually improve instructional techniques and stay updated on best practices.

Benefits

• Equal opportunities to all employees and independent contractors without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including but not limited to pregnancy), gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, national origin, age, physical and/or mental disability, or genetics.

What This Job Offers

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