Kennedy International School

Afterschool Sports Instructor

Kennedy International School  •  $50/hr  •  New York City, NY (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

About the School

Kennedy International School provides a bilingual, well-rounded education for its students from preschool through 12th grade. We pride ourselves on the strength of our faculty, the diversity of our student body, and our cultural richness. Through our individualized approach to instruction, thanks to our small student-teacher ratio, students are encouraged to leverage their personal strengths and passions as they develop their language and academic knowledge.

We are seeking a highly energetic and experienced Part-time Afterschool Sports Instructor to join our after-school team. As a key member of our educational program, the Sports Instructor will be responsible for creating and delivering engages of all ages and skill levels. The ideal candidate will have a passion for sports and a commitment to conducting challenging sports lessons to students.

Start date: Monday, August 31st, 2026

Hours: Monday – Friday 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Must be available to commit for the full 2026-2027 school year

Responsibilities

  • Lead afterschool sports activities with groups of up to 15 students for grades Pre-K 3 – 5th Grade (students are grouped according to their age/grade level band)
  • Design and deliver engaging and effective sports lessons
  • Assist the school’s sports coach with basketball and volleyball teams during practices, games, and related competitions
  • Effectively manage the classroom and address students’ behavior issues in a positive, professional manner
  • Ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students
  • Communicate effectively with afterschool management regarding student and program-related matters.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in physical education, sports science, or related field preferred
  • Experience as a sports teacher, or soccer coach
  • Creative and innovative approach to sports education
  • 2+ years of experience teaching sports to students ages 3 years old to middle school
  • Strong knowledge of various sports and athletic techniques
  • Ability to motivate and inspire students of all ages and skill levels
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to safety and inclusivity in the sports classroom
  • French language preferred

Benefits

The hourly rate for this position will be $50 per hour.

Kennedy International School

About Kennedy International School

Kennedy International School provides a fully bilingual education to students from nursery to 12th grade. With its highly qualified and experienced teachers delivering instruction through a multicultural lens, our school offers an extremely competitive academic structure. Small class sizes allow us to provide tailored instruction to support the development of each student's unique abilities.

Our goal is to equip our students with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive

in our increasingly globalized world by leading with compassion, ambition, and open-mindedness.

Learn more about our career opportunities on our website: https://en.kennedyinternational.org/about-us/employment.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
New York, New York
Year Founded
1964
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