What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Coach/Part Time Youth Athletics Coach position at Kidokinetics SE Michigan?
Do you love sports and fitness and enjoy working with children? If so, this job is the perfect fit for you. YOU GET PAID TO PLAY!
This PART-TIME job is perfect for college students, stay-at-home spouses, freelancers, empty-nesters/retired parents or anyone with a flexible daytime schedule.
This role will support Northville, Plymouth, South Lyon, Livonia and Novi. It is preferred that you live within 5 miles of the mentioned locations. All other candidates will be rejected.
WHAT IS KIDOKINETICS?
Kidokinetics is a mobile sports and fitness program for children. We bring our coaches, equipment, and program to preschools, daycare facilities, recreation/community centers, local parks, and/or private events. Our programs introduce children to 20 different sports, teaching them foundational skills through a new sport/fitness activity in every class.
IS THIS THE JOB FOR YOU?
- Do you love to be active and get paid for it? $20/hr starting pay.
- Do you enjoy working with kids? Would you love introducing sports and games to keep them active and instill values in them for the rest of their lives?
- Do you need flexible part-time work? Anywhere from 2-10 hours/week.
- Would you like to grow with your job? And be a part of a start-up new business?
- Are you highly motivated and take ownership of everything you do? Are you passionate about your work and always show up with your best self?
- Do you have reliable transportation?
WHAT DOES A DAY IN LIFE LOOK LIKE?
The coach is responsible for executing and delivering athletic enrichment to children ages 18 months to 6 years. They choose their lesson plan, pick up the equipment, and deliver exciting and fun activities in 30—or 45-minute increments, working in 1-3 hour blocks. The coach will also engage with daycare and preschool owners to maintain relationships, ensuring that Kidokinetics is always outperforming!
Future opportunities included growing into a head coach position, managing equipment, business development, and many other business, strategic and operational activities!
REQUIREMENTS/EXPERIENCE:
- Previous experience with children – required
- High School diploma
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to pass a level 2 background check
- Reliable transportation is a must as we are a mobile program.
WORK LOCATIONS INCLUDE:
- Dexter, Ann Arbor, Saline, Canton, Plymouth, Livonia, Northville and expanding into other SE Michigan locations!
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Programs offered indoors and outdoors.
- Requires long periods of standing and activity (running, jumping, sitting, standing, pushing, walking, kneeling, etc)
Must be able to lift at least 30 lbs
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plans and arrives to each class prepared with the appropriate lesson plans, equipment, supplies and other materials to deliver the program
- Conducts classes in an enthusiastic, nurturing and safe manner
- Makes every effort to connect one-on-one with each child
- Addresses concerns or special needs for children and caregivers
- Proper use of time tracking and parent communication app to share the FUN with the parents and caregivers
- Is a good role model for young children physically, emotionally, and socially
- Works as part of a team
- Provides an environment of acceptance that supports and respects cultural differences
- Sets clear, consistent limits, has realistic expectations, and uses positive methods of child guidance
- Provides opportunities for each child to develop feelings of competence, self-esteem, and a positive attitude toward physical activity and learning
- Participates in training to improve skills and professional competencies
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- After school
- Choose your own hours
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Do you live within 5 miles from Northville, Mi?
Experience:
- Passion for working with children: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Northville, MI (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20