Sports & Fitness Instructor - PS 297

Good Shepherd Services•Brooklyn, NY

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sports & Fitness Instructor provides recreational activities for young people in grades K–5, helping them learn sports skills and offering opportunities for self-development, exploration, and expression. The instructor leads physical fitness activities and promotes healthy habits, mindfulness, and overall wellness, including practices such as yoga, meditation, stretching, and healthy cooking. The position is located at 700 Park Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11206, and is scheduled for 8–10 hours per week from September through August. It is non-exempt and pays $19–$25 per hour.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED required.
Sports knowledge, such as basketball or soccer drills.
Experience and/or training relevant to the position required.
Experience working with youth.
Ability to engage young people while setting structure and limits in a group setting.
Flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for young people.
Excellent planning, organization, and time management skills.
Energetic, motivated self-starter and team player.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to working from a strength-based, youth and family development, and trauma-informed perspective.

Nice To Haves

Some college education.
Experience with adolescents.
Experience teaching or coaching youth.

Responsibilities

Lead sports and physical fitness activities, such as basketball, soccer, and baseball.
Promote healthy habits, mindfulness, and overall wellness practices, including yoga, meditation, and healthy cooking.
Submit lesson and activity plans in advance.
Enrich activities with literacy and math skills whenever possible.
Plan and implement a culminating event or project.
Complete daily progress reports and attendance records.
Set up, operate, and clean up activities; organize, inventory, and store relevant supplies and equipment.
Attend staff meetings and staff development training sessions as specified.
Guide participants in examining choices, following directions, and becoming involved in program activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.