About this role
Keep Playing Kids (“KPK “) is JAM's North American not-for-profit designed to provide FREE sports programs to children in our communities. We proudly provide fun and safe recreational activities that help keep kids active, introduce them to new sports and share the joy of PLAY.
JAM is one of North America's largest providers of adult recreational sports leagues. We currently operate JAM Sports leagues in 24 cities across Canada and the US. Our goal is to get 1 million people to play annually.
JAM Sports donates 1% of all sports league revenue to the KPK program, which allows us to operate the program completely free of charge.
Candidates must be a great fit with the JAM Core Values:
• Chase the Vision
• Deliver What You Promise
• Take Pride in What You Do
• Get Shit Done
• Treat Everyone Like Your Best Friend
• Find a Better Way
JOB DESCRIPTION
As a Lead Coach, you will play a crucial role in fostering physical activity and teamwork among children. Your commitment and enthusiasm will contribute to creating a positive and enjoyable experience for our young participants. The successful candidate in this role will be the lead in running our programs onsite and will help maintain good relationships with all partners.
Key Responsibilities:
• Managing the day-to-day administration of Keep Playing Kids.
• Planning and coordinating programs and other recreational activities for all Keep Playing Kids programs.
• Communicating with partner organizations, parents and children in an organized and professional manner.
• Collaborating with JAM staff and volunteer coaches to collect equipment and coordinate activities to ensure the smooth operation of the program.
• Establishing a relationship with vendors, facilities, and the community to support our growing initiative
• Arriving at the venue location prior to program times to meet with the facility caretaker and/or venue staff.
• Collecting and creating fun content for JAM's social media platforms (videos, action shots, player interactions etc.)
QUALIFICATIONS
• Passion for working with children and promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyles.
• Experience playing and/or coaching sports, preferably with children in a recreational or educational setting.
• Knowledge of basic coaching principles, techniques, and safety guidelines for various sports (e.g., soccer, basketball, Volleyball).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact positively with children, parents, and other volunteers.
• Patient, enthusiastic, and adaptable to different skill levels and learning styles.
• Reliable, responsible, and able to commit to the program schedule and expectations.
• Ability to pass a background check and meet any other requirements mandatory to work with children.
• Valid C driver’s license is mandatory.
• Must have access to your own vehicle, the expectation will be that we will require you to use your own vehicle to transport supplies and equipment
EXPECTED HOURS
• We will have a pilot program starting in late August 2026.
• You will be required to come into the JAM Head Office (260 Howard St NE, Unit #1, Atlanta) to collect equipment for the program and drop it back as well before and after your shift.
COMPENSATION
• All of our KPK Lead Coaches earn $15.00 USD per hour.
• Lead Coaches can participate in all our tournaments at no charge.
For more information about Keep Playing Kids, please visit: https://www.keepplayingkids.com/
The application deadline is Friday, July 24, 2026
Keep Playing Kids Is For Everyone.
We at Keep Playing Kids are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and are pleased to be an equal opportunity employer. All candidates will be given equal consideration regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity/expression/orientation, age or disability. Our devotion to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable environment is reflected in our work culture as well as the services we offer. $15 USD/hour