Sports & Fitness Teaching Opportunities
About The Position
Concorde Education is seeking experienced and engaging Sports & Fitness Instructors for potential independent contractor assignments delivering after-school enrichment programs at partner schools and community locations. Programs introduce students to healthy movement, physical fitness, teamwork, and sports fundamentals through structured, age-appropriate activities in a positive learning environment. Assignments aim to promote confidence, sportsmanship, physical literacy, and lifelong healthy habits. Assignment details vary by school, including grade level, schedule, duration, enrollment, and program focus. Depending on the assignment, instructors may lead team sports, fitness and conditioning, agility and coordination activities, cardio games, age-appropriate bodyweight exercises, yoga and stretching, cooperative games, and education about sportsmanship, goal setting, and healthy lifestyles. Instructors are expected to provide organized, engaging instruction and maintain a safe, inclusive, appropriately supervised environment aligned with school expectations and Concorde Education standards. Schedules are typically 1–4 instructional hours per week, primarily after school. Programs generally run for approximately 8–10 weeks per assignment, with rolling opportunities based on partner school schedules. Compensation starts at $50+ per instructional hour and varies by assignment and individual factors; details are communicated before assignment acceptance. Applying does not guarantee placement, assignment offers, minimum hours, future work, or continued engagement. Applicants who move forward may undergo screening, provide documentation, complete onboarding, and establish an independent contractor profile. Assignment offers depend on program availability, qualifications, school approval, schedule compatibility, required background review or clearance, and written confirmation.
Requirements
- At least 60 completed college credits, or equivalent relevant professional experience where permitted by the assignment.
- Experience coaching, teaching, instructing, or leading youth sports, fitness, recreation, or physical education programs.
- Experience working with children or adolescents in schools, camps, recreation programs, community organizations, or similar settings.
- Strong communication, leadership, and classroom management skills.
- Reliable, professional, and organized work habits.
Nice To Haves
- Background as a certified teacher, physical education instructor, coach, personal trainer, fitness professional, recreation leader, or camp counselor.
- Studies or credentials in kinesiology, exercise science, sports management, education, or health sciences.
- Former athlete with youth instructional experience.
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging, age-appropriate sports and fitness instruction.
- Prepare for each instructional session using approved lesson plans, provided curriculum, or instructor-developed activities when appropriate.
- Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
- Encourage student participation while adapting activities for varying ages, abilities, and experience levels.
- Maintain appropriate supervision and reinforce safe participation throughout instructional activities.
- Communicate professionally with designated school personnel and Concorde Education representatives regarding attendance, scheduling, and program needs.
- Follow applicable school policies, site procedures, safety expectations, and emergency protocols.
- Arrive prepared and on time for scheduled instructional sessions.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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