The location and times for this after school program are:
STARTING WEEK OF
September 14, 2026 Oberle Elementary 4 to 530 Wednesday's Lombardy elementary 330 to 430 Monday's Mt pleasant elementary 330 to 430 Tuesday's As a youth sports Program leader for an after-school program, your role would be to provide engaging, educational, and physically active experiences for children in a fun, supportive environment. Here are some key responsibilities and ideas for the position:
Key Responsibilities:
Teach Basic Sports Skills:
Introduce children to a variety of sports and physical activities, such as soccer, basketball, tennis, baseball, swimming, or general fitness exercises. Focus on teaching fundamental skills and techniques.
Promote Teamwork and Sportsmanship:
Encourage students to work together, communicate effectively, and support one another during practices and games. Reinforce the importance of playing fairly, respecting opponents, and having fun.
Create Engaging Lessons:
Design age-appropriate activities that match the abilities and interests of the children. Plan drills that help develop motor skills, coordination, and fitness, while keeping the atmosphere light and enjoyable.
Supervise the children during physical activities, ensuring that they are playing safely and using the proper equipment. Educate them on injury prevention and warm-up/cool-down exercises.
Tailor activities to accommodate children with varying levels of experience and ability. Provide extra support or modifications for beginners and offer advanced challenges for more experienced participants.
Build strong, positive relationships with the children, encouraging their development and supporting their emotional and social growth. Create a welcoming environment where every child feels valued.
Help children set personal goals and track their improvement over time. Offer constructive feedback and celebrate milestones.
Example Activities:
Ensure Safety:
Adapt to
Different Skill Levels:
Foster Positive Relationships:
Track Progress and Provide Feedback:
Mini-Olympics:
Organize friendly competitions in various sports, allowing children to try different events and earn fun prizes or certificates.
Relay Races:
Create relay race challenges that involve teamwork and strategy while keeping the children engaged.
Skill Stations:
Set up different stations for practicing dribbling, passing, shooting, or other skills in a rotation format.
Fitness Challenges:
Incorporate fun fitness activities such as obstacle courses, jumping jacks, or stretching routines that promote physical health.
Sports Activities:
Organize a variety of different sports activities to engage in fun learning
Desired Qualities and Qualifications:
Patience and Communication:
Ability to communicate clearly and patiently with kids of different ages.
Energetic and Enthusiastic:
Passionate about sports and physical activity, and able to motivate children.
Adaptability:
Able to adapt to various group sizes, ages, and needs.
Knowledgeable:
A strong understanding of the fundamentals of different sports, along with an understanding of child development in a physical education context.
Qualifications:
Experience working with children in a sports or educational setting Strong classroom management skills Certification in First Aid and CPR is a plus Knowledge of physical education principles and sports coaching techniques Ability to implement behavior management strategies and support childhood development By offering diverse and well-structured activities, you can help children develop not only their athletic abilities but also their confidence, social skills, and teamwork. The location and times for this after school program are:
STARTING WEEK OF
September 14, 2026 Oberle Elementary 4 to 530 Wednesday's Lombardy elementary 330 to 430 Monday's Mt pleasant elementary 330 to 430
Tuesday's Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$25.00 per hour
Experience:
Childcare:
1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
First Aid Certification (Preferred) CPR Certification (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Bear, DE 19701 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Bear, DE 19701: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)