We are seeking a high-energy, safety-conscious Outdoors Instructor for our afterschool program at PS166! In this role, you’ll take groups of Kindergarten through 5th grade students to nearby outdoor spaces, including Central Park, to run games, activities, and nature-based play. We're looking for someone who can turn the outdoors into an adventure—bringing creativity, enthusiasm, and a strong sense of responsibility to every session.
Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Lead students in outdoor games, physical activities, and nature-based exploration in Central Park and other nearby green spaces.
- Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate outdoor activities that promote teamwork, physical movement, and fun.
- Prioritize student safety at all times by conducting headcounts, scanning the environment, and clearly communicating boundaries.
- Maintain a high level of awareness and calmly manage group transitions between indoor and outdoor settings.
- Create an environment where students feel energized, supported, and free to play and express themselves.
- Collaborate with admin to manage student progress and behavioral expectations.
- Communicate effectively with management regarding student and program-related matters.
- Utilize company-wide digital platforms to perform administrative tasks (e.g., taking attendance, submitting incident reports).
This is you:
- Experience working with students, preferably elementary age.
- Enthusiastic about outdoor play and able to bring fun, structure, and spontaneity to your sessions.
- Punctual, reliable, and passionate about teaching and language.
- A strong communicator with a keen eye for safety and situational awareness.
- Confident leading group games and outdoor challenges, rain or shine (with safety in mind).
The Schedule:
- Day: Monday - Friday (part-time availability)
- Time: 2:40 PM - 5:00 PM
- Season begins September 4th, however we are looking for candidates who can commit for the full 2025-26’ school year.
The Location:
- PS 166 The Richard Rodgers School of The Arts and Technology
- 132 W. 89th Street, New York, NY 10024
The Application Process:
- Please apply here or email your resume outlining your teaching experience and passion for working with elementary-aged students to ps166@amazingathletes.com.
Join our team and make a positive impact on the youth! We look forward to receiving your application.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Education, Physical Education, or a related field.
- Teaching experience, preferably with elementary-level students.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate young learners.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with outdoor games, nature-based play, or physical education.
- At least 1 year of teaching experience, preferably with elementary-level students.
- First aid/CPR certification is a plus.
Benefits
- Compensation: $30-35 per hour, depending on experience.
- Be part of a passionate team dedicated to empowering the next generation.
- Grow personally and professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- Turn the city’s most iconic park into your classroom.
Amazing Athletes Afterschool Outdoors Instructor • New York, NY, US
SONYC Program Director/Assistant Director.MS 135 is responsible for designing and facilitating physical or hands-on activities for middle school participants that are engaging and enriching.This ro...[internal_linking.show_more]
POSITION SUMMARY City Parks Foundation’s Girls Forward program, in partnership with Nike, provides free, girls-only beginner sports programming for middle- and high-school–aged (13-16) youth across...[internal_linking.show_more]
Superprof is the leading tutoring platform in the USA, connecting passionate individuals with eager learners.We operate in over 41 countries, making education accessible to everyone, everywhere.Sup...[internal_linking.show_more]
Our mission is to inspire and empower all young people to take control of their future.OUR VISION: We envision a world where everyone has access to an equitable path to success.PROGRAM DESIGN: RTS...[internal_linking.show_more]
Group fitness instructors will lead members, in a group environment, through safe and effective fitness classes.This position is responsible for providing group exercise fitness instruction and sup...[internal_linking.show_more]
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Group Fitness Instructor to join our team!!.Offering postural modifications to members when needed to support existing injuries, safety and maximizin...[internal_linking.show_more]
School-based site in the Sunset Park neighborhood - PS 94.To create and facilitate age-appropriate dance activities for after-school participants (K-5th) as part of a multidisciplinary team.Designi...[internal_linking.show_more]
If you’re a DPT who eats, sleeps, and breathes running – long runs, tempo work, race calendars, and shoe geekery – this is the job you’ve been looking for.If you just “like working with athletes,” ...[internal_linking.show_more]
Camp Twelve Trails gives children entering Kindergarten - 10th grade the best of both specialty and traditional day camp programs.It is comprised of five Neighborhoods (elective tracks): Play, Crea...[internal_linking.show_more]
Modern Orthopaedics of New Jersey has been growing and thriving in the Northern NJ since 2020.Our practice is now looking for a well-trained orthopedic sports medicine surgeon to add to its skilled...[internal_linking.show_more]
A prominent urban educational institution is seeking a Student Athletics Program Coordinator to ensure compliance with NCAA and CUNYAC regulations.Responsibilities include managing student-athlete ...[internal_linking.show_more]
Looking for a reliable, motivated individual with experience working with people with Autism.You will provide 1:1 or group sessions with students on the autism spectrum.This is a part-time hourly p...[internal_linking.show_more]
If you are a high energy, motivating, fitness loving individual looking to use your skills to transform the lives of others, Max Fitness and Wellness wants to meet you!.We are looking for a group f...[internal_linking.show_more]
Athletic Trainer Job Duties: Assists the Head Athletic Trainer with the clinical and administrative responsibilities associated with the delivery of athletic training services and sports medicine.O...[internal_linking.show_more]
Club Pilates is actively seeking Certified Pilates Instructors to join our growing family.Born in San Diego in 2007, Club Pilates has expanded across the nation, bringing Pilates to hundreds of tho...[internal_linking.show_more]
A community-focused organization in New York seeks a Teen & Youth Sports, Arts, and Movement Director to lead diverse programming for teens.The role involves managing staff, developing innovative i...[internal_linking.show_more]
Join our dynamic team as a Performance Coach in a corporate wellness center setting! We are dedicated to helping our clients achieve their health and wellness goals through customized fitness progr...[internal_linking.show_more]
About New York Junior Tennis & Learning.For over fifty years, New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL) has honored its founder Arthur Ashe’s legacy by celebrating the diversity of children, encour...[internal_linking.show_more]
