Elementary Fitness & Movement Coach EYL 365 Project, LLC - 1.0 Washington, DC Job Details Contract $40 - $50 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits On-the-job training Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Qualifications Youth recreational activities facilitation School experience CPR Certification Teamwork Program design Youth programs teaching experience First Aid Certification Working with students Safety-focused fitness instruction Elementary school teaching experience Working with youth Full Job Description After-School Youth Fitness & Movement Instructor (K-5)EYL 365

Project Job Type:

Contract Schedule:

After-school hours, at least three days per week

Grade Levels:

Kindergarten-5th Grade Full Job Description EYL 365 Project is seeking an energetic, dependable, and experienced After-School Youth Fitness & Movement Instructor to lead play-based fitness programming for students in kindergarten through fifth grade.

The ideal candidate will create a fun, inclusive, and highly engaging environment using rotating fitness stations, cooperative games, obstacle courses, movement challenges, relays, and team-building activities. This is not a traditional exercise class. Activities should feel playful and exciting while helping students build coordination, confidence, endurance, and healthy movement habits. Responsibilities Lead safe, interactive, and age-appropriate fitness sessions. Design rotating activity stations focused on balance, coordination, flexibility, strength, and endurance. Incorporate movement games, obstacle courses, relays, dance, sports fundamentals, and team challenges. Create activities that keep students active and reduce long periods of waiting. Modify activities for students of different ages, abilities, and comfort levels. Encourage teamwork, communication, good sportsmanship, and healthy competition. Demonstrate activities and provide clear safety instructions. Maintain an inclusive environment where every student feels comfortable participating. Manage equipment, activity transitions, and student behavior effectively. Follow the EYL workshop structure, including an SEL check-in, warm-up, station-based activity, and reflection. Submit required lesson plans, attendance records, and program recaps.- Communicate professionally with EYL 365 Project staff, school staff, students, and families. Arrive prepared and on time for all scheduled sessions. Qualifications At least two years of experience leading youth fitness, physical education, recreation, sports, dance, or movement programming. Experience working with elementary-aged students in grades K-5. Experience designing play-based, station-style fitness activities. Knowledge of safe and developmentally appropriate movement practices.- Strong group-management, communication, and youth-engagement skills. Ability to maintain a structured environment while keeping activities fun and energetic. Must be dependable, adaptable, encouraging, and enthusiastic. Must be available at least three consistent weekdays during after-school hours. Must be able to commit to the duration of the assigned program. Must complete all required background checks and school clearances. Preferred Qualifications Degree, certification, or coursework in physical education, exercise science, recreation, kinesiology, dance, or a related field. CPR and First Aid certification. Previous experience working in a school, camp, recreation center, or after-school program.

Work LocationIn person at an assigned school or youth program site.

Employment Type:

This is a contract-based position. Contractors are responsible for maintaining consistent availability throughout the program.

Pay:

$40.00 - $50.00 per hour Expected hours: 4.0 - 8.0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person