Elementary Sports & Enrichment Leader

YMCA of San Diego; Oceanside (CA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of San Diego is seeking an Enrichment - Playground Partner (Sports Instructor) Leader in Oceanside to supervise elementary students during lunch and after school, leading high-energy sports activities while ensuring safety and positive behavior. The role works at designated school sites on a Tue-Fri, 11:00am–1:00pm schedule.

The position emphasizes program planning, age-appropriate activities, and collaboration with staff and families to support students in grades K–5.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED.
• Interest in working with groups of children ages 5–12 from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to lead students in multiple activity areas such as games, crafts, drama, songs, science or sports.
• Completion of Child Abuse Prevention training before working with participants.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification from recognized providers within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing the daily program per YMCA policy.
• Act as Elementary School Coach for the Playground Partners program.
• Plan and implement sport activities during lunch/recess for grades K–5.
• Supervise participants to ensure safety and guidance at all times.
• Maintain positive relationships with staff, students and families.
• Respond to students' individual needs and adapt activities as required.
• Be prepared for activities at the start of each shift and model appropriate behavior.
• Participate in staff meetings and contribute to program development.
• Help provide behavior guidance supporting students' development and well-being.

Skills

Recreational games

Crafts

Drama

Songs

Science

Art

Team building

Sports

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

YMCA of San Diego is seeking an Enrichment - Playground Partner (Sports Instructor) Leader in Oceanside to supervise elementary students during lunch and after school, leading high-energy sports activities while ensuring safety and positive behavior. The role works at designated school sites on a Tue-Fri, 11:00am–1:00pm schedule.

The position emphasizes program planning, age-appropriate activities, and collaboration with staff and families to support students in grades K–5.