Physical Activity Leader

A World Fit For Kids! (WFIT) is an LA based non-profit organization that been providing kids with before, during and after school experiences for 28 years. Our programming includes healthy behaviors, academic and enrichment activities that engage and inspire learning and achievement beyond the school day. Additionally, we provide personal empowerment and healthy behaviors (PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEADERship/nutrition/building healthy habits) training for teens, teachers, parents, and youth workers. WFIT encourages healthy habits and leading by example. As a result, we are changing the lives of young people, as well as the adults who work with them!

We are currently hiring Physical Activity Leaders and trainers, qualified individuals who will provide exemplary PHYSICAL ACTIVITY programming to primarily elementary students before, during and after school or conduct our Physical Activity Leadership (PAL) training with teachers and youth workers.

WFIT’s Physical Activity Leadership (PAL) training is a unique and innovative PHYSICAL ACTIVITY program that prepares teachers and youth workers to deliver the early positive experiences for kids with PHYSICAL ACTIVITY that will inspire them to love movement now and in the future while developing their fundamental motor skills. WFIT’s PAL training prepares participants to provide quality physical activities, and supports them in becoming WFIT Physical Activity Ambassadors in schools and communities throughout Los Angeles and beyond.

Prerequisites for PAL Leaders:

• Experience with leading group exercise; certification in personal training or coaching sports; degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, exercise physiology, etc.; Coach-Mentor with WFIT or similar past experience
• Movement and/or sports skill development knowledge and experience
• Group management competence
• High energy, enthusiasm, outgoing personality
• Excellent communication skills
• Interest and skill in sharing knowledge, principles and practices
• Commitment to making a difference
• Available to facilitate PHYSICAL ACTIVITY sessions before, during or after school
• Spanish speaking a plus

Join our team and help create A World Fit For Kids!