After School Youth Program Instructor

The Bay Club Company; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 37,195; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Club Membership

Competitive Compensation

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Job summary

The Bay Club Company is seeking a Kids Program Instructor in Walnut Creek, responsible for delivering engaging recreational experiences for children in grades K–12. This role involves creating activities, supporting student engagement, and communicating with families effectively.

Candidates should have a passion for inspiring youth, a minimum of one year of experience working with children, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays. Compensation ranges from $18.00 to $27.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience working with children.
• Genuine passion for inspiring children through fun, fitness, and learning.
• Must be flexible, adaptable, and ready to adjust to changes.
• Strong verbal communication and conflict resolution skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging activities for children aged K–12.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate sports activities.
• Support and ensure every student is engaged.
• Communicate with parents and the Family Programming Director.

Skills

Recreational programming

Age-appropriate instruction

Group management

Strong communication skills

CPR certification

Job description

General Summary

Under the direction of the Family Programming Director, the Kids Program Instructor is responsible for delivering engaging and educational recreational experiences that enhance our after‑school learning program. This role ensures the consistent delivery of professional, high‑quality programs for youth members in grades K–12, always striving to exceed expectations.

We are seeking multiple instructors with specialized skills in areas such as sports, art, music, dance, karate, and other enrichment activities. Each instructor will bring their unique talents and creativity to design and lead programs that inspire, challenge, and engage children in a positive and active learning environment.

Primary Job Functions

• Create engaging and developmentally appropriate activities for a variety of age groups
• Create and display a weekly schedule that outlines activities for the day that students and parents can refer to
• Provide support to ensure every student is engaged and successful
• Extensive knowledge of age‑appropriate sports and fitness coaching and instructional techniques
• Be flexible and forward‑thinking, always have a backup plan and be ready to execute
• Plan and lead age‑appropriate sports activities such as drills, scrimmages, and games to foster skill development and fun.
• Greet parents and children warmly; encourage participation with enthusiasm.
• Engage with kids during sessions, ensuring all children are actively participating, with extra attention to those needing guidance.
• Safely transfer kids to and from activities within the Club.
• Arrive punctually for all scheduled activities and ensure all equipment is set up and stored correctly before and after use.
• Represent the club professionally through positive interactions, appropriate attire, and timely responses.

Other Job Functions

• Communicate with the Family Programming Director and parents in a timely and professional manner regarding child’s progress or any issues.
• Actively participate in camp events, programs, staff meetings, training sessions, and marketing efforts related to kids programming.
• Flexibility in work schedule, as job may require day and evening shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of experience working with children in a childcare, babysitting, camp, coaching, or instructional setting.
• Strong background in recreational programming, age‑appropriate instruction, and effective group management.
• Genuine passion for inspiring children through fun, fitness, and learning.
• CPR certification required.
• Professional, friendly manner and excellent customer service attitude.
• Strong verbal communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Enthusiastic, responsible, and dependable team player.
• Self‑motivated, takes initiative, and willing to acquire new skills.
• Well‑organized and detail oriented.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Ability to arrive at work on time for all scheduled work shifts required. Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays required.
• Must be flexible, adaptable, and readily able to adjust to changes in work environment.
• Position requires daily public contact.
• It is sometimes necessary to deal with unpleasant or angry people with the need to problem solve difficult situations.
• It is necessary to adapt to a frequently changing environment.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to climb or balance and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must occasionally sit for extended periods and regularly walk around the facility.
• Must occasionally talk and hear.
• Must frequently move 10 pounds and in the event of an emergency lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required but this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected class.

Estimated Base Pay Range

$18.00 – $27.00 per hour

Other Compensation And Benefits

• Club Membership
• Competitive Compensation
• Discounts on club services and amenities
• Continuing Education
• Community Involvement
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Offered to Full‑Time associates. Full‑Time status eligibility starts at 25 average hours of work per week.