Sports Instructor I Youth Basketball and Volleyball

South Suburban Parks and Recreation; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering healthy living and sportsmanship! As a Sports Instructor for youth basketball and volleyball, you will play a crucial role in teaching the next generation about sports. This part-time position offers a chance to engage with young athletes, develop their skills, and create a positive environment for learning. With flexible shifts and a commitment to community wellness, this role is perfect for energetic individuals passionate about sports and youth development. Enjoy perks like free access to fitness centers and opportunities for advancement within a supportive organization.

Benefits

FREE use of District fitness centers and swimming pools

Discounts on recreation classes and golf

Paid sick leave

Opportunities for training and promotion

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and willing to learn fundamentals of sports.
• Prefer at least 1 year of experience in athletics, teaching, or coaching.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and instruct youth basketball and volleyball programs.
• Develop lesson plans and assess skill levels of participants.

Skills

Knowledge of sports rules and regulations

Ability to follow lesson plans

Team management skills

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sports Instructor I Youth Basketball and Volleyball

Sports Instructor I Youth Part-Time Basketball and Volleyball

This is an ongoing recruitment process, with no specific closing date. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

$15.70 - $20.20 per hour

If you have a passion for sports, want to work with a dynamic team, are high energy, and want to help the next generation learn, then the Sports Instructor position is for you! This position is responsible for the supervision and instruction of assigned athletics programs for the assigned sport. The Sports Instructor will develop lesson plans and evaluate and assess skill levels and progress of all participants. This position may require shifts ranging from morning to evening hours.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Will have general knowledge of the assigned sport, including rules and regulations.
• Will understand how the game is played, including the principles, practice, and techniques used in recreational sporting events.
• Will have the ability to make proper calls on command and the ability to accept criticism.
• Has the ability to handle participants, team managers, and/or coaches under difficult game situations.
• Capable of establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with fellow employees, various community organizations, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.
• No experience necessary. Must be able and willing to follow instructions of provided lesson plans, remain engaged with participants, and willing to learn fundamentals of the assigned sport.
• Prefer at least 1 year of experience in the assigned sport area through athletics, teaching, coaching, or competitions.

The job description above covers the main duties of this position. Please note, as a team member, there may be additional responsibilities required to meet ongoing needs of the department.

Employee Benefits & Perks at South Suburban

• FREE use of District fitness centers and swimming pools
• Discounts on recreation classes and golf (applicable to employees working 14+ hours/week)
• Paid sick leave
• Opportunities for training and promotion from within

Our mission is to foster healthy living through stewardship of the environment, parks, trails, and open space by providing recreational services and programs.

We serve residents in Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Centennial west of I-25, Littleton, Lone Tree, and Sheridan, and unincorporated portions of Douglas, Jefferson, and Arapahoe counties. We operate four full-service recreation centers, golf courses, outdoor pools and restaurants, two ice centers and miniature golf courses, a BMX track, a sports dome, batting cages, an entertainment center, a hotel, and a nature center. In addition, we maintain nearly 3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119 multi-purpose athletic fields, more than 100 parks, nearly 80 miles of trails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre South Platte Park.