Instructor, Preschool Sports

The J’s preschool sports classes are designed to inspire and instruct children ages 3-5. Our goals are to teach the fundamentals of baseball, football, soccer, basketball and basic physical education activities in ways that increase students’ knowledge and foster their engagement in healthy and recreational activities.  

Essential Functions

• Teaches preschool baseball, football, soccer, and basketball classes
• Escorts students between the preschool and the Fitness Center for his/her own classes and for classes taught by other Sports + Recreation staff members (Tennis, Taekwondo)
• Resolves child behavioral issues using positive behavior management techniques, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment while communicating concerns and progress with families and staff as needed
• Serves as a liaison between the Program Manager and Childhood Development Center staff by facilitating communication, coordinating student needs, and providing updates on participant progress, behavior, and program expectations

Schedule

• Preschool classes occur Mondays – Friday mid-day (12:00pm-4:00pm) year-round
• Experience working with children, especially ages 3-5 
• Basic knowledge of the rules of baseball, football, soccer, and basketball 
• Basic knowledge of Physical Education activities that are developmentally appropriate for preschool students 
• Experience as a coach/player preferred 
• Formal education in Physical Education, Education, or related field preferred 
• Able to effectively communicate with groups of preschool students 
• Able to maintain a positive, constructive class environment 

• Experience working with children, especially ages 3-5
• Basic knowledge of the rules of baseball, football, soccer, and basketball
• Basic knowledge of Physical Education activities that are developmentally appropriate for preschool students
• Experience as a coach/player preferred
• Formal education in Physical Education, Education, or related field preferred
• Able to effectively communicate with groups of preschool students
• Able to maintain a positive, constructive class environment

Physical Requirements

• Able to move freely throughout large complex that includes stairs
• Able to stand for periods of up to four hours
• Able to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds

About The J

The J is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The J is Shabbat-Observant Friendly.

The mission of The J is to build a strong, vibrant and inclusive community that enhances wellness, meaning and joy based on Jewish values, heritage and culture. The J operates on these values:

• Welcoming + Inclusive - We are welcoming, inclusive and nurturing. We invite all to join us in making connections and lifelong friendships.
• Building Community - We believe in the strength of community and we seek to cultivate a sense of belonging in all we do.
• Enriching Mind + Body + Soul - We help individuals live a physically, intellectually, and emotionally healthy lifestyle.
• Passing on Jewish Culture + History - We celebrate and pass on the values, culture, history, and traditions of the Jewish people.
• Treat Others As You Wish To Be Treated - We treat everyone with respect, dignity and loving kindness.