Student: After-School Sports Instructor

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking energetic, dependable coaches to lead after-school youth sports and enrichment programs at schools throughout the Lexington area. This is a great part-time opportunity for college students, education majors, athletes, or anyone who enjoys working with kids and wants a flexible schedule.

Coaches lead 1-hour sessions, follow OTA lesson plans, create a positive and safe environment, manage groups, and communicate with school staff.

Qualifications

• Friendly, patient, and dependable
• Able to lead groups of children
• Punctual and reliable for scheduled programs
• Transportation to multiple Lexington program locations
• Good communication with staff and OTA leadership
• Interest in sports, fitness, coaching, or education
• Commitment to after-school program schedules

Responsibilities

• Lead approximately 1-hour after-school programs for elementary and middle school students
• Follow OTA-provided lesson plans and activities
• Create a fun, positive, and safe environment
• Manage groups of students and keep everyone engaged
• Communicate professionally with school staff and OTA leadership
• Arrive on time and prepared for each program
• Set up and put away equipment

Skills

Kids interaction

Energetic

Group leadership

Reliable transportation

Strong communication

Interest in sports/education

Consistent schedule

Education

Education/kinesiology coursework

Job description

• Previous coaching, teaching, childcare, camp, or youth sports experience is a plus, but not required.
• Background or interest in athletics, physical education, fitness, recreation, or youth development
• Previous participation in organized sports
• Experience leading groups of elementary or middle school students
• CPR or First Aid certification
• College coursework or degree work in education, kinesiology, exercise science, recreation, or a related field

7.5
Most programs take place Monday through Friday during after-school hours, generally fall between 2:30 PM and 5:00 PM.
Coaches can work around their availability. This is especially well suited for college students or anyone looking to add a few consistent hours of work each week.

Job Summary

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.
Overtime Athletics is looking for energetic, dependable coaches to lead youth sports and enrichment programs at schools throughout the Lexington area.
This is a great part-time opportunity for college students, education majors, athletes, former athletes, coaches, teachers, or anyone who enjoys working with kids and wants a flexible schedule.

What You’ll Do

Coaches lead fun, organized after-school programs for elementary and middle school students. Programs may include basketball, soccer, flag football, kickball, dodgeball, tennis, Sports Spectacular, and other youth sports and enrichment activities.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading approximately 1-hour sports and enrichment programs
• Following OTA -provided lesson plans and activities
• Creating a fun, positive, and safe environment
• Managing groups of students and keeping everyone engaged
• Communicating professionally with school staff and OTA leadership
• Arriving on time and prepared for each program
• Setting up and putting away equipment

Why Coach With OTA ?
OTA programs are designed to make sports fun and accessible for kids. We provide the program structure, equipment, and support. You bring the energy and leadership.
It's a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with children, build coaching and leadership skills, and earn extra money with a schedule that works particularly well for college students.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for people who:

• Enjoy working with kids
• Are energetic, patient, and dependable
• Can confidently lead a group
• Have reliable transportation
• Communicate well
• Have an interest in sports, fitness, coaching, or education
• Can consistently commit to scheduled programs

REQUIRED Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively with children in a group setting
• Dependable, punctual, and able to consistently report to scheduled programs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead organized games, activities, and sports instruction
• Ability to maintain a positive, safe, and engaging environment
• Reliable transportation to program locations throughout the Lexington area
• Ability to follow lesson plans, program procedures, and safety guidelines
• Comfortable working independently and making appropriate decisions during programs

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/26/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Anticipated Start Date

Anticipated Start Date 10/19/2026