Youth Program Coach
About The Position
Playworks is hiring full-time coaches to work at elementary schools, leading games, supporting positive behavior, and creating a fun and inclusive recess environment. This hands-on, outdoor role involves building relationships with students and helping them develop teamwork, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills. The position is a full school-year commitment through June 2027, with the option to return the following year. The Site Specialist position works at two partner schools, alternating between them weekly. The coach leads recess, class game times, the Junior Coach Leadership Program, and Sports Clubs, and works with school staff to build sustainable recess systems. The role also includes maintaining communication with Playworks staff, school staff, teachers, and families; organizing paperwork; and attending regular Playworks training sessions. Responsibilities and priorities may change in response to organizational needs and strategic direction. Playworks partners with schools, districts, and after-school programs through on-site coaching, professional training for school staff who support recess, and consultative partnerships.
Requirements
- Pass a National Sex Offender Public Registry check, state criminal check, and FBI background check.
- Successfully complete a TB test and CPR/First Aid certification upon hire; training is offered by Playworks.
- Have reliable transportation to reach assigned school(s).
- Be able to perform physically active, outdoor work, including standing, leading games, and playing with students daily.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with youth.
Responsibilities
- Organize and lead games and activities during recess, actively participating and serving as a role model so every child has a positive experience.
- Teach students games for recess that promote physical activity, cooperation, and fair play, while helping them build confidence and skills.
- Lead the Junior Coach Leadership Program for fourth- and fifth-graders, training and mentoring students who help manage recess games.
- Coach a non-competitive sports team of fourth- and fifth-graders, fostering enjoyment, skill development, inclusion, and teamwork.
- Work with school staff to build sustainable recess systems.
- Maintain communication with Playworks staff, school staff, teachers, and families.
- Organize and manage paperwork.
- Attend regular training sessions provided by Playworks.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with match.
- Health savings account (HSA).
- Disability and life insurance.
- Employee-funded pre-tax health and childcare spending accounts.
- Paid time off for school breaks and holidays during the school year (4+ weeks).
- Professional development and networking opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
