Part Time - Preschool Sports Instructor Job at Clayton, North Carolina in Clayto

Overview

The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for an Athletic Preschool Instructor - Part Time for the Parks and Recreation Department. Location: 715 Amelia Church Rd., Clayton, NC (Johnston County). Salary Grade SG100; Recruitment Range: $25.00. The Town of Clayton employs more than 340 full-time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town also offers a range of PT positions including positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts.

Clayton Recreation and Parks is seeking skilled sports instructors to teach the fundamentals of introductory sports to children ages 2 to 6. Sports include but are not limited to basketball, t-ball, soccer, and multi-sports. Class sessions are located at Clayton Community Center. Schedule and duration of each class/program will be determined as appropriate. The majority of hours can be picked up in the evenings during the week and on Saturdays. Instructor schedules all depends on their availability. Necessary equipment will be provided by the Parks and Recreation Department.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate and execute lesson plans and course outlines
• Assure the return and condition of issued equipment and supplies
• Compile and maintain record-keeping related to each class (e.g. attendance)
• Teach and demonstrate sports skills and techniques
• Communicate effectively with age appropriate language
• Direct Preschool Sports Aide to assist during class time
• Perform other related duties as required
• Ability to effectively prepare and carry out lesson plans (as appropriate)
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working/teaching relationships with co-workers, participants and their family members
• Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills in order to conduct classes and perform related record-keeping
• Ability to effectively lead and supervise large groups in recreational activities

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of application
• Requires valid NC driver’s license
• Basic knowledge of sporting activities and rules of play
• Experience working with preschoolers ages 2-6
• Preferred Qualification: Major or minor field of study in recreation, physical education, education or related field

How to Apply

Submit official application using the Town's career website

https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/

Additional Information

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Effective October 1, 2025, in accordance with North Carolina state law, all applicants for positions that involve working with children in any capacity are required to undergo criminal history record checks conducted by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). Credit and motor checks may be required for some positions. A Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol screen will be administered once a conditional offer of employment is given. Federal employment laws such as FMLA, EEO, EPPA apply. Town of Clayton employees enjoy benefits including retirement pension plan, 401K, paid leave, health plan, and other benefits. Salary is based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations. The Town is an Equal Opportunity Employer.