- Salary
- $20 – $25/hr
- Location
- Holland, MI, MI
- Seniority
- Entry
- Education
- Bachelor
- Closing date
- Yesterday
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
- Lead and facilitate introductory sports and recreation programs for children ages 3–7, including soccer, basketball, and other age-appropriate activities.
- Plan, develop, and implement curriculum, lesson plans, and program standards for assigned youth sports programs.
- Provide leadership, direction, and ongoing coaching to instructors while monitoring program quality and participant experiences.
- Exercise independent judgment in resolving participant concerns, adjusting program activities, and addressing day-to-day operational needs.
- Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements to curriculum, staffing, scheduling, and program offerings.
- Assist with instructor hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
- Ensure instructors uphold department values, policies, safety standards, and customer service expectations.
- Manage program equipment, supplies, and facility needs to ensure programs are prepared and operate efficiently.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for parents and guardians regarding program questions, concerns, and participant needs.
- Assist with the development and implementation of new youth sports programs, special events, and community partnerships.
- Ensure a positive, safe, and welcoming environment for participants, families, staff, and volunteers.
- Maintain attendance records, incident reports, and other required program documentation.
- Support department events, community outreach efforts, and special programs as assigned.
- Work evenings, weekends, and special events as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Recreation, Physical Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.
- Experience working with children ages 3–7 in educational, childcare, recreation, or youth sports settings.
- Experience leading, mentoring, or supervising staff preferred.
- Knowledge of child development principles and age-appropriate instructional techniques.
- Knowledge of fundamental sports skills, rules, and instruction for introductory youth athletics.
- Ability to develop and implement curriculum and lesson plans for young children.
- Strong communication, leadership, customer service, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in a dynamic recreation environment.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and special events as required.
- First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications, or the ability to obtain them within a specified timeframe.
- Work includes indoor and outdoor recreation environments with exposure to varying weather conditions.
- Work requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, demonstrating athletic skills, and actively participating in program activities.
- Work includes frequent interaction with children, parents, volunteers, and staff in a fast-paced recreation environment.
- Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required based on program schedules and special events.
Skills
CPRCustomer Service