Physical Education & Recess Specialist

New York City, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 25 - 30

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

U1 Sports Recess and After School program offers enrichment through sports academics and performing arts. Students participate in an environment that focuses on the social emotional physical and cognitive growth of each child thus encouraging self-exploration. Most importantly we accomplish these goals while having fun. Our Physical Education specialist nurture the development of each participant regardless of athletic abilities and emphasize sportsmanship teamwork self-discipline and healthy competition.

We are seeking to hire a part time Physical Education & Recess Specialists (10:00am-1pm) for our 2025-2026 Recess & After School programs located in on the Upper West Side Riverdale Harlem and Westchester County NY area. This position is perfect for aspiring physical education teachers coaches and educators.

Sessions run daily starting September and ending in June. Candidates must be able to commit to classes during the entire length of the school year.

Responsibilities

As a Physical Education Specialist you will be responsible for working with Lower/Elementary School children aged from 6 to 11 and/or Middle School students (Ages 12-14).

Provide individualized and small group sports instruction in accordance with the curriculum and the needs of each student.
Provide differentiated instruction based on the students individual level of learning modalities and offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness and skills.
Provide a positive role model of appropriate and respectful interactions with students and staff and facilitate the development of confidence character and community.
Motivate each student to cultivate physical fitness hygienic habits and good social and emotional adjustment.
Develop strength skill agility poise and coordination in individual dual team physical activities and sports in accordance with each students ability while teaching cognitive concepts related to motor skills and fitness.

Skill Set Required

A love and passion for working with young children
Demonstration of enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students staff administration parents and the community.
Flexibility and ability to cope with change.
Fun and bubbly personality
Excellent organization and time management skills
CPR/First Aid Certified OR willing to become certified

Required Experience:

Manager