Preschool & Elementary School Children (2-8yrs Old) - Phoenix, United States - Kidokinetics, East Phoenix, AZ
Kidokinetics, East Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, United States
Verified Company
1 week ago
Description
Title1:
Preschool/Elementary School Children Sports & Fitness PE Instructor/Coach
Title2
:
Sports & PE Coach for
Children 2 yrs - 10 yrs of age
Please respond ONLY if you have experience teaching or coaching preschool or elementary children (ages 2-8yrs old). List your related experience(s) in your resume and/or cover letter.**
IMMEDIATE OPENING If you love children, sports, and fitness, this is a fun position for you
The Instructor/coach is responsible for implementing the Kidokinetics curriculum/lesson plans, ensuring each child has a positive and successful Kidokinetics experience, and is responsible for the well-being of each student who attends a Kidokinetics class.
helping children enhance coordination, concentration, hand-eye coordination, and gross motor skills in a fun and non-competitive environment.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
The coach reports directly to the Kidokinetics GM/Director/Head Coach of the location
What it Takes
- Previous experience working with children aged 18 months 10 years
- Must pass a background finger printing test & drug test per State Child Care guidelines
- Possess a reliable vehicle and a valid driver's license
- Classes are held at various locations also you will be networking with prospective locations & traveling to meet with them _so dependable transportation is a must_.
- Must be able to carry & transport sports equipment that is 1520 lbs.
- Must be physically able to lead the children in activities like running & jumping, plus ground stretches including pushups and situp
- Has played sports recreationally or through a school team
- Has coached sports (volunteer or paid)
- Being on time. That means early. Every day.
- Carrying heavy equipment bags. Every day.
- Sweating through your clothes. Every day.
- Memorizing 100's of children's names. Every season.
- Greeting every child to the field with a smile, and every family, and every school director with a positive attitude, no matter what else has happened that day.
- Being responsible, and doing what you said you would, and being accountable to yourself, your team, and the All-Stars in your care. Every day.
- Sacrifice. Hard work. Discipline. Commitment. Every day.
- Leaving excuses at the door. Owning your work. Every day.
- Your best effort. Every day.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepares lessons, games, events, activities, and classes in accordance with the guidelines of Kidokinetics Inc.
- Partners with the GM/Director in scheduling of classes
- Subs/ subbing as necessary
- Assisting in managing current clients
- Abides by the safety guidelines of Kidokinetics Inc. at all times
- Conducts classes in an enthusiastic, nurturing manner
- Arrives to each class prior to start times
- Arrives to each class prepared with the appropriate lesson plans, equipment, supplies, and other materials
- Set up a sign and/or banner for display at the location
- Takes care of equipment and supplies
- Monitors the temperature of classrooms and facilities (if applicable)
- Makes every effort to connect oneonone with each child
- 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, selfesteem, and a positive attitude toward physical activity and learning
- Participates in training to improve skills and professional competencies
- Serves as a good role model—physically, emotionally, and socially— for the children, teachers and attending parents
WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU
Work Locations:
Multiple location in Phoenix Metro Area - Tempe, Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, Peoria, Glendale etc.
About Kidokinetics:
Kidokinetics is an exciting and unique mobile sports program developed to provide children with the opportunity to improve their fitness, while developing their coordination and self-confidence.
The program teaches the basic skills of various sports with a focus on developing motor skills in a fun and non-competitive environment.
Kidokinetics also offers birthday parties, camp, and enrichment programs. Our mission is to help children develop lasting self-confidence and a lifelong love of physical fitness.
The program is offered at various locations (daycares, preschools, elementary schools, after-school program locations, community centers and residential homes) and classes are structured and age-appropriate for children ages 18-months (parent & me) to 10-years.
