Youth Sports Instructor & Equipment Coordinator

The Player Progression Academy; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Job summary

The Player Progression Academy is seeking a reliable contractor to lead youth sports programming for children 2.5–10 while also handling weekend equipment coordination. This in-person role requires energy, organization, and a focus on safety and fun during sessions.

You will spend significant time on the field, running developmentally appropriate activities and managing cones, jerseys, and gear to keep programs running smoothly every weekend.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 2–10 in sports, childcare, recreation or educational settings.
• Strong organizational and logistics management abilities.
• Reliability, punctuality and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead after-school soccer, basketball and/or volleyball clinics (min 4 hrs/week, Mon–Fri, 3–5pm).
• Coach Tots (ages 2.5–5) soccer/basketball (min 6 hrs/weekend, 9am–1pm); PPA provides curriculum.
• Create safe, welcoming, energetic environments for kids and families.
• Adapt activities in real time based on group size, age, energy.
• Coordinate with coaches to ensure proper gear and equipment distribution.

Skills

Experience with children

Organizational skills

Punctual & reliable

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance

Job Type

Independent Contractor (1099)

Team

PPA Plus

About PPA

The Player Progression Academy is a multi-sport youth academy serving the NW DC/Montgomery County Region. Our Plus division spans Tots (ages 2-5) and Afterschool soccer, basketball and volleyball programs - bringing structured, coach-led youth sports to kids at their earliest introduction to the game. With an expansive community of over 3000 players, a dedicated team of over 100 coaches, and an office staff of 20 individuals, PPA is committed to fostering player development both inside and outside of the lines.

The Role

We’re looking for a reliable, energetic, and organized contractor to fill a dual role on our PPA Plus team. You'll spend the majority of your time on the field/court leading youth sports programming - facilitating fun, developmentally appropriate activities for children ages 2.5-10. The rest of your time will be focused on equipment coordination: keeping our program stocked, organized, and running smoothly every weekend. This is a boots-on-the-ground role that requires someone who’s equally comfortable wrangling a group of kids and managing a storage unit full of cones and jerseys. If you have a background in education or recreation, love working with kids, and take pride in keeping operations organized and on time - this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Coach Afterschool soccer and/or basketball and/or volleyball clinics (minimum 4 hrs/week, Mon–Fri, between 3-5pm)
• Coach Tots (ages 2.5-5) soccer and/or basketball (minimum 6 hrs/weekend, between 9am-1pm) - think games, movement activities, and skill-building through play. PPA provides the curriculum.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and energetic environment for young children and their families.
• Adapt activities in real time based on group size, age, and energy level
• Serve as a positive face of the PPA brand at all sessions

Equipment Coordination

• Order, organize, and manage distribution of PPA Plus coaching equipment
• Coordinate with PPA Plus coaches to ensure all staff have appropriate PPA gear (coaching shirts, equipment, etc.)
• Deliver and pick up weekend equipment for Tots programming each week
• Maintain organized inventory and flag restocking needs proactively
• Manage pre-season equipment setup in the weeks leading up to each season launch

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children (ages 2-10) in a sports, childcare, recreation, or educational setting
• Comfortable and patient with kids and their families
• Strong organizational skills - you stay on top of logistics without being reminded
• Reliable, punctual, and communicative
• Ability to lift and transport sports equipment independently
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and access to an SUV, minivan, or similar vehicle capable of transporting equipment
• Must be local to the NW DC/Montgomery County area
• Prior youth sports, rec, or childcare experience strongly preferred

Work Schedule & Location

• :15 hrs/week average (seasonal fluctuation - heavier pre-season, lighter off-season)
• Day time weekend work required (:9am-1pm)
• Coaching sessions run 6 days/week during active seasons
• Weekend equipment runs required during all active Tots seasons
• Must be based in or near NW DC/Montgomery County - this role is fully in-person

Personal Vehicle Required for Equipment Transport

Personal vehicle required for equipment transport (SUV, minivan, or similar)

Compensation

Compensation: $1,750/month

• Tots & School Program Instruction → $40/hr
• Equipment Coordination → $30/hr
• Gas Stipend → $100/mo | Vehicle fuel reimbursement
• Vehicle Stipend → $100/mo | Personal vehicle use

Performance Bonus: Contractors who demonstrate consistent reliability, quality instruction, and strong equipment management are eligible for performance-based bonus compensation. Bonus eligibility is reviewed seasonally.