After-School Sports Instructor

Pay

$55-$65/session

Schedule

Part-time · On-site

Program

Sports

Location

Oakland, CA

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About the role

We're seeking an energetic and dependable After-School Sports Instructor to lead recreational sports and physical activity classes for elementary students in Oakland. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with children and promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy lifestyles through fun, structured activities. Curriculum and lesson plans are provided, allowing you to focus on creating an engaging, inclusive, and positive experience for every student. Responsibilities: Lead engaging after-school sports and recreational activities for elementary students. Teach fundamental movement skills and age-appropriate sports techniques. Foster teamwork, confidence, sportsmanship, and active participation. Maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive learning environment. Prepare equipment and activity spaces before each class. Communicate professionally with school staff and the team. Submit a brief after-class session report following each class. Schedule: Fall 2026 Afterschool Program (Aug 16 - Dec 18, 2026).

What we’re looking for

Experience working with children in an educational, enrichment, camp, coaching, or youth development setting is preferred. Candidates should possess strong leadership, classroom management, communication, and organizational skills and enjoy creating positive, active learning experiences. Applicants must maintain clear and timely communication with the team, submit brief after-class session reports, successfully pass a background check, complete all required onboarding and school compliance training, be authorized to work in the United States, have reliable transportation to assigned school sites, and be able to commit to the Fall 2026 program schedule. Preferred: Experience coaching youth sports or leading recreational programs. Background in physical education, kinesiology, sports management, coaching, or a related field. CPR and First Aid certification is a plus. Teaching credential or educational background is a plus.