Part-Time Athletics & Fitness Activity Instructor

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services in New York, NY is seeking an Activity Instructor for Athletics/Sports/Fitness. The role involves delivering recreational workshops to engage youth and develop their skills, with 10 hours per week and a pay rate of $19.50–$25.50 per hour.

You will design and lead activities, submit plans, teach correct form, promote teamwork, and mentor younger staff. This position emphasizes youth development and collaborative teamwork within our community programs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience or skill in sports or fitness instruction.
• Candidates who have instructed high school students are encouraged to apply.
• Good communication and ability to work collaboratively.
• Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and conduct activities and workshops in specified areas of Sports/fitness.
• Submit lesson/activity plans in advance.
• Conduct activities that will engage participants and retain them.
• Teach basic fitness preparedness and correct form to participants.
• Provide classes demonstrating team sports or other team building/strengths activities.
• Plan and implement a culminating event or project.
• Complete daily attendance.
• Manage setup, operation and cleanup of activities and the organization, inventory and storing of relevant supplies and equipment.
• Attend all staff meetings and staff development trainings sessions, as specified.
• Guide program participants in examining choices, following directions and becoming involved in program activities.
• Mentor Group Leader/Assistant Group leader.

Skills

Sports/Fitness instruction

Communication

Team collaboration

Youth development mindset

Job description

Good Shepherd Services in New York, NY is seeking an Activity Instructor for Athletics/Sports/Fitness. The role involves delivering recreational workshops to engage youth and develop their skills, with 10 hours per week and a pay rate of $19.50–$25.50 per hour.

You will design and lead activities, submit plans, teach correct form, promote teamwork, and mentor younger staff. This position emphasizes youth development and collaborative teamwork within our community programs.