Youth Science/Medical & Athletic Instructor for Ages 1 to 8
21 days ago
Garland
Job Description Job Summary: Do you have a blast teaching and just enjoy being with little ones? Then this is an opportunity to make a positive impact on the kids in our community through imaginative learning and physical activity. We are seeking a high-energy and kid-loving instructor for the 1- to 8-year-old age range who will lead our children in fun and educational activities, ensuring safety and enrichment for all. Our ideal candidate has prior experience working with children (as a teacher, nanny, daycare, coach, youth leader, camp leader, etc.), and genuinely loves children. This position is excellent for someone interested in pursuing a career in early childhood education or teaching. Would you like to earn above-average pay while staying active and promoting life skills through Soccer and S.T.E.A.M (science, technology, engineering, art, and math)? We offer on-the-job training, a flexible schedule, and incentive programs. Our instructors... • are full of energy, extroverted, very friendly and joyful, • use positive reinforcement to encourage children to do better and celebrate success so they can build confidence, • are creative and have lots of patience to ensure classes are fun with a stress-free environment, so children can be at their best, • are open-minded and know that instructing at these ages is a journey, • are open to feedback and strive to be better by attending regular training and following instructor manuals developed by experts in their field, • embody an active and healthy lifestyle, • are an ambassador for our company and its values, • know how to have fun and keep kids engaged *Interviews, field evaluation, and a 3-month observation period will be mandatory for all new employees. Requirements Requirements: • Age Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old, • Educational Requirements: Has a high school diploma, preferably with some college, • Transportation: You must hold a valid driver's license and reliable transportation, as you may need to work at multiple locations in a day, • Schedule: The ideal candidate is consistently available most Monday-Saturday mornings and/or afternoons, with the ability to work about 15 hours a week, • Location: Classes are held at schools, daycares, pre-schools, parks, and recreational centers across Dallas County. Depending on the coach's primary residence, they may need to travel up to an hour to get to a class location Required soft skills and professional skills: • You bring lots of energy and a personality that kids just love to be around, • Being physically active, healthy, punctual, and organized is part of life, • Ability to work with kids ranging from 12 months to 12 years old independently, • Demonstrates a history of integrity, doing what is right even when nobody is looking, • Always having a positive attitude, • Willingness to be silly and sing short songs (even at the expense of embarrassing yourself), • Lots of patience Benefits • Benefits:, • Flexible schedule, • Competitive pay, • Ability to make additional income through bonus programs, • Opportunities to grow into a full-time position, • Paid training opportunities, • Professional development opportunities, • Option to participate in a company 401k, • Bonus opportunities, • Company sports store discounts, • Family discounts, • Pathway to full-time employment