Youth Sports Instructor

Amazing Athletes

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Fort Collins, Colorado, US on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted July 18, 2025 Last posted July 18, 2025
Job description

Company: Amazing Athletes

Location: Northern Colorado (Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Greeley)

Job Type: Part-Time

About Us:

Amazing Athletes is a premier children's sports and fitness program that serves children ages 1.5-12. Our mission is to provide a fun and educational environment where children can learn the fundamentals of sports while developing important life skills such as teamwork, communication, and perseverance.

We are looking for a dedicated and energetic Preschool Sports Coach to join our Northern Colorado team. In this position, you will lead engaging and active sports classes for preschoolers, inspiring them to develop a love for physical activity and helping them cultivate essential motor skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Instruct and lead age-appropriate sports classes for preschoolers & elementary aged athletes, ensuring a fun and safe environment.
  • Motivate and engage children using positive reinforcement and creative teaching techniques.
  • Communicate regularly with parents regarding their child’s progress and development.
  • Set up and take down necessary equipment for classes.
  • Maintain a high level of safety and organization during all classes.

Schedule:

This part-time role requires flexibility. Coaches can expect to work between 10-15 hours a week, depending on availability and demand.

Compensation: Coaches will earn between $20-$30 per hour.

Requirements

  • Experience working with young children is preferred.
  • Strong enthusiasm for sports and children's education.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to create a fun and encouraging learning environment.
  • Must pass background checks required for working with children.
  • Must be at least 18 years old, with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • No prior coaching experience required; training will be provided.

Benefits

*Compensation*

  • Starting pay: $18 per hour, with potential increases based on experience and skills.
  • Commissions and bonuses available for selling or successfully referring additional locations, schools, players, coaches, etc.
  • Opportunities for quick promotion to Lead Coach, which includes a pay increase.

*Benefits*

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • On-the-job training
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid training
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program

Join us in this rewarding role where you can share your expertise and passion to positively impact kids through sports!

About this role

Summary

Lead sports classes for children, promoting fun, safety, and motor skills development.

Job title

Youth Sports Instructor

Experience level

no experience required

Industry

children's sports and fitness

Location requirements

Must be in Northern Colorado, flexible remote options allowed.

Salary

$18k–$30k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationsafety awarenesstransportation

Preferred skills

experience with childrenenthusiasm for sports

Specializations

sports instructionchildren educationteamworkmotivation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Fort Collins, CO, USA

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