Program Coordinator & Site Specialist

Playworks • Oakland, CA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Playworks is hiring full-time coaches to work at elementary schools, leading games, supporting positive behavior, and helping create a fun and inclusive recess environment. This is a hands-on, outdoor role where you’ll build relationships with students and help them develop teamwork, leadership, and conflict resolution skills. At Playworks, we believe in the power of play to bring out the best in every kid. We create a place for every kid on the playground to get active, build valuable skills, connect, and have fun. We partner with schools, districts, and after-school programs to provide a service or mix of services, including on-site coaches, professional training for school staff who support recess, and consultative partnerships.

Requirements

• Candidates must pass a National Sex Offender Public Registry, State criminal check, and FBI background check.
• Successful completion of a TB test and CPR/First Aid certification upon hire (offered by Playworks).
• Reliable transportation to reach your assigned school(s) is required.
• This is a physically active, outdoor role. You’ll be on your feet, leading games, and playing with students every day.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with youth is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create a fun recess for all students by organizing and leading various games and activities.
• Be a role model and actively participate in the games to ensure every child has a positive experience.
• Teach students a variety of games to play during recess, promoting physical activity, cooperation, and fair play.
• Help students build confidence and develop skills that they can apply during playtime.
• Lead a youth leadership program for 4th- and 5th-graders, training them to become coaches.
• Guide and mentor the Junior Coaches as they assist in managing games during recess.
• Coach a non-competitive sports team of 4th and 5th graders, providing an inclusive and positive team experience.
• Maintain communication with Playworks staff, school staff, teachers, and families.
• Organize and manage paperwork.
• Attend regular training sessions provided by Playworks.
• Work with school staff to build sustainable recess systems (Site Specialist role).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, HSA, disability, life insurance, and employee-funded pre-tax health and childcare spending accounts.
• Paid vacation for all school breaks during the school year (5+ weeks).
• Room for career growth within our organization.
• Professional development and networking opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees