Part-Time Preschool Sports & Fitness Coach Amazing Athletes - 3.8 Summit, NJ Job Details Part-time $25 - $30 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Paid training Qualifications Sports coaching class instruction High school diploma or GED Driver's License Curriculum implementation Sports activities for children Fitness instruction experience in educational institutions Teaching experience with young children Working with youth Camp experience Full Job Description Amazing Athletes of North & Central NJ is looking for an energetic, dependable, and enthusiastic coach to inspire young children through sports, movement, and fitness! You'll lead fun, age-appropriate classes at preschools and childcare centers throughout North and Central New Jersey. This is an on-the-road position serving multiple locations in Westfield, Kenilworth, Basking Ridge, Morristown, Cedar Knolls, and surrounding areas. Applicants must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and be comfortable traveling between assigned locations. Paid training will begin in mid-August on select weekday mornings between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. From September through June, this position primarily covers afternoon classes scheduled Monday through Friday between 1:00 and 4:30 p.m. Exact class times vary by day, and applicants must be consistently available throughout this timeframe. Additional morning classes may also become available during the school year for candidates interested in working more hours. Coaches who wish to continue working during the summer will have the opportunity to transition to our morning summer camp program during July and August. What We Offer $25-$30 per hour , based on experience Paid training beginning in mid-August Consistent weekly schedule No evenings or weekends Curriculum, lesson plans, uniforms, and equipment provided Opportunity for additional school-year hours as they become available Opportunity to coach summer camps during July and August Opportunities to grow with the program Schedule Part-time position with a consistent school-year schedule and optional summer opportunities Paid training begins in mid-August August training takes place on select weekday mornings between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. September through June afternoon availability required Monday through Friday, 1:00-4:30 p.m. July and August summer camp schedule takes place Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Approximately 5-10 scheduled hours per week to start during the school year Additional morning hours may be available No evening or weekend hours Responsibilities Lead engaging sports and fitness classes primarily for children ages 2.5 to 6, with occasional classes for toddlers ages 18 months to 2.5 years. Follow the Amazing Athletes curriculum and weekly lesson plans Arrive on time to set up equipment before each class Create a positive, encouraging, and age-appropriate environment Communicate professionally with school directors, teachers, and the Amazing Athletes management team Take attendance and maintain accurate class records Safely transport and properly care for sports equipment Travel between assigned schools, childcare centers, and summer camp locations Qualifications Must be able to commit to the required school-year afternoon schedule and paid training schedule. Summer camp opportunities are available for coaches interested in working during July and August. Energetic, outgoing, patient, and comfortable working with young children Strong communication and classroom-management skills Dependable transportation and a valid driver's license Willing and able to travel between assigned locations Able to lift, carry, and transport sports equipment Previous experience working with children, coaching, teaching, childcare, recreation, camp programs, or athletics is preferred Must be able to complete all required background checks This position is ideal for substitute teachers, retired educators, preschool teachers, childcare professionals, paraprofessionals, youth sports coaches, stay-at-home parents returning to work, athletes, and college students with consistent weekday afternoon availability. Applicants should submit a résumé and briefly describe their experience working with children, sports, coaching, teaching, childcare, recreation, or camp programs. Please confirm that you can meet the paid training schedule and the required school-year afternoon availability. If you're interested in coaching summer camps, please let us know in your application.

Pay:

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour Application Question(s): Are you 18 years of age or older? Are you available to begin paid training in mid-August on select weekday mornings between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.? This position primarily requires afternoon availability Monday through Friday between 1:00 and 4:30 p.m. from September through June. Are you consistently available during this timeframe? This part-time position offers approximately 5-10 scheduled hours per week to start, with the opportunity for additional hours as more classes become available. Are you comfortable beginning with this weekly schedule? Additional morning classes may become available Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. from September through June. Would you be interested in working additional morning hours when available? Would you be interested in transitioning to our Monday-Friday morning summer camp schedule (9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.) during July and August? Are you comfortable leading groups of preschool-aged children (2.5-6), as well as occasionally leading a high-energy class for younger toddlers (18 months-2.5 years)? This position requires independently traveling between preschool locations during the workday. Do you have your own reliable transportation to do so? This is an active job that involves standing, moving, and participating in light physical activity with children. Are you comfortable with this?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

On the road