On-Site Lead - Recess Director (Jose Ortega Elementary)

Make a Positive Impact During the School Day

ANTS (America’s Next Talented Stars) is seeking a passionate, proactive, and professional On-Site Lead – Recess Director for a new recess partnership with Jose Ortega Elementary in San Francisco. This is a part-time, leadership role for a skilled coach who can confidently run daily recess programming, lead a small team of coaches, and be the face of ANTS to our school partners.

ANTS Sports is a San Francisco-based youth sports organization focused on building confidence, wellness, and joy through multi-sport instruction for kids in grades K–5. We lead programs at schools and parks across the Bay Area, partnering with public and private institutions to bring high-energy, inclusive sports programming into school days and after-school time.

If you are a coach or educator with strong leadership skills and experience working with children—and you’re ready to step up as a site leader—we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do

As the On-Site Lead – Recess Director, you will ensure that each recess session is safe, organized, and fun by following a set of proven protocols. You’ll be responsible for supporting your team, communicating with school staff, and ensuring kids are engaged and well-supervised.

Daily & Weekly Responsibilities

• Pre-Session Communication
• Create a daily morning group text with your coaching team
• Confirm attire, punctuality, and any site-specific protocols
• If needed, reference your Coach Card or contact your Program Manager to confirm staff assignments

• Curriculum Planning & Sharing
• Design and distribute a brief recess curriculum tailored to the day’s needs
• Make sure your team knows what activities are planned and who is leading what
  
• School Relationship Management
• Check in daily with the Site Coordinator or designated school contact
• Build and maintain a positive, professional rapport as ANTS’ on-site representative
• Review your Coach Card and follow all location-specific protocols
  
• Coach Huddle Leadership (15 min before start)
• Lead a quick huddle to review the day’s curriculum, assign zones/roles, and align on expectations
  
• Lead Recess Sessions with Energy & Purpose
• Create a welcoming and energetic atmosphere for students
• Ensure games are safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate
• Support and guide your coaching team throughout the session
  
• Manage On-Site Issues
• Take the lead on responding to behavioral issues, injuries, or emergencies
• Follow ANTS reporting procedures and escalate when needed

Schedule Details

• Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
• Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Dates: August 19, 2025 – June 3, 2026
• Total Hours: 9 hours/week guaranteed with potential to add after-school coaching hours from 2 - 5 pm daily.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with youth (K–5), preferably in a coaching or education setting
• Proven ability to lead a team, communicate clearly, and maintain professionalism on-site
• Confidence in planning and adapting the youth sports curriculum
• Ability to build rapport with school administrators and represent ANTS with pride
• Excellent punctuality, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Must pass a state and federal background check (LiveScan)
• Must test negative for TB (within the past 4 years)
• Must have reliable transportation to Jose Ortega Elementary (SF)
• Must be available for the full program schedule listed above

Benefits

• Be a leader: Take the next step in your coaching career with real leadership experience
• Supportive community: Work with a passionate team of coaches and staff
• Room to grow: Additional coaching hours and leadership opportunities available year-round
• Competitive pay: $35/hour for leadership, planning, and coaching
• Mission-driven work: Build confidence, sportsmanship, and joy in the next generation