Site Lead for After School Program - 2026 - 2027 School Year

About the Role

ANTS Sports is seeking a dedicated, energetic, and experienced Program Site Lead to join our year‑round team in San Francisco. This full‑time leadership position oversees both the morning recess program and the afternoon after‑school program (ASP) during the school year, and transitions into a Camp Lead or Coach role during summer programming. The Site Lead is responsible for site staff culture, program quality, and operational excellence, creating sports programming that is fun, safe, and aligned with the ANTS Promise and Coaching Principals while building positive, lasting relationships with students, families, and school staff year‑round.

Schedule & Program Calendar

School Year (August 17 2026 – June 2 2027)

• Morning Recess Program: Approx. 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM (exact times vary by site), 4 days a week.
• After‑School Program (M, T, Th, F): 1:45 PM – 6:00 PM
• After‑School Program (Wednesday): 12:35 PM – 6:00 PM
• Admin & Prep Time: Included weekly for meetings, curriculum planning, and communications.

Holiday Camps (required attendance on designated days when SFUSD schools are not in session)

• October 12
• November 11
• November 24 – 26
• December 21 – 23, 26, 29 – 31
• January 2, 19
• February 5, 15
• March 26 – 28
• April 1 – 2

Holiday camp days run approximately 8 hours. Specific site assignments will be confirmed in advance; additional dates may be added based on program needs.

Summer Camp (June 3 – Mid‑August 2027)

During the summer period the role transitions to full‑time summer camp programming. Depending on experience and performance, the Site Lead may serve as:

• Camp Lead – overseeing daily camp operations, managing a team of coaches, ensuring curriculum delivery, and maintaining energy and safety.
• Camp Coach – delivering high‑quality sports instruction and youth programming as part of the camp team.

Summer camp programming averages 38‑40 hours of direct programming per week, supplemented by structured admin time (equipment prep, curriculum planning, documentation). A one‑week summer closure is built into the calendar for staff preparation.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Lead and supervise both the morning recess and afternoon after‑school sports programs; structure the day, build curriculum, ensure smooth daily flow; run pre‑program huddles and post‑program reflections; manage station rotations for groups of 30–50 students; set up and clean up equipment.
• Staff Leadership: Lead, manage, and develop a team of 3–4 coaches across both programs; directly manage Asst Site Lead and Lead Coach; delegate roles, give real‑time feedback, and build team morale; address attendance, performance, or effort issues promptly; assist with staff training on ANTS procedures and protocols.
• Youth Development & Safety: Coach various sports to TK–5th grade students in a fun, age‑appropriate, high‑energy manner; lead group meetings to establish and reinforce class agreements (STAR sportsmanship, safety rules); follow ANTS behavior‑management, incident, and escalation procedures; dismiss students safely according to site‑specific procedures.
• School & Family Partnerships: Build strong, professional relationships with students, parents, teachers, and school staff; communicate proactively with principals, assistant principals, and teachers; represent ANTS Sports as a trusted, positive presence within the school community; maintain equipment spaces and contribute to bulletin boards and marketing materials.
• Operations & Administration: Track attendance and manage check‑in/check‑out safety procedures; complete incident reports and documentation accurately and on time; attend weekly team meetings and bi‑weekly ASP Site Lead leadership meetings; manage equipment systems across up to two assigned sites; handle customer service requests from parents and family members.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age
• Bachelor's Degree or higher
• 2+ years of experience working in youth programs
• 6+ months in a supervisory or leadership role
• Genuine love for sports, physical activity, and working outdoors
• Strong communication skills with TK–5th grade children and adults
• Availability Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM during the school year
• Availability for all designated holiday camp days throughout the year
• Availability for summer camp programming from June through mid‑August
• CPR and First Aid certification (training available upon hire)
• Fingerprint background check clearance
• TB test clearance

Benefits

• Competitive full‑time salary
• Company 401(k) plan with employer match
• 40 hours paid sick time per year
• 40 hours paid vacation (PTO) per year
• Year‑round employment (school year, holiday camps, and summer camp)
• Manage no more than two sites, protecting time and energy
• Structured leadership development through the Site Lead certification system
• Sports‑forward, high‑energy culture—more dynamic and fun than traditional ASP organizations
• Clear advancement pathway into Program Supervisor and multi‑site leadership roles
• Hands‑on experience in youth sports education, staff management, and program operations