Posting number: 9994 - 03152023
Department: Recreation & Parks
Job classification: Preschool Coaches, Department of Recreation & Parks
Posting type: Open
Categories: Sports & Physical Education, Instructor
County instructional sports programs are offered for youth sports participants. Activities include a variety of sports and games.
RATE OF PAY: Contingent - Salary commensurate with experience:
Sports Instructor I: Minimum Wage (Paraprofessional)
Sports Instructor II: $16 -18/hour (Paraprofessional)
Sports Instructor III: $18 - $21/hour (Professional)
Sports Instructor IV: $21 - $32/hour (Professional)
Background in Recreation or Physical Education.
Instructor I: Background in coaching sports skills or leading children’s activities, history of participation in specific sport. Meets Coaches Registry requirements.
Instructor II: Have or obtain CPR and First Aid certification within six months of employment (except camps – required prior to first day).
Instructor III: Relevant specialized experience and/or holds a certification in their respective sport.
Instructor IV: Has five years of experience (Club/ High School/ College/ Professional) or other significant credentials (High School and/or College Playing Awards/ Established Professional Athletes)

Strengthening core priorities such as public safety and education, finding efficiencies within government, exercising sound fiscal management, protecting our environment, and creating a healthier and more vibrant community. The County prides itself on making local government more responsive and efficient.
Howard County has been recognized in the Top 10 “Best Places to Live in America” by Money Magazine, and in 2010, Columbia/Ellicott City was recognized as the “#2 Best Place to Live” for its strong local economy, excellent public schools, thriving arts community, and enviable quality of life. Forbes Magazine has consistently named Howard County one of the “Best Places to Raise a Family,” and USA Today named Howard the “2nd Most Technologically Advanced County” in the nation.