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YMCA of the Pines

Sports Instructor

Woodbury, NJ · On-site

$18/hr

Support continuous improvement of sports programming. * Share ideas to improve participant engagement. * Help ensure consistent program quality. Facility & Equipment Oversight * Maintain and organize ...

YMCA of the Pines

Sports Instructor

Woodbury, NJ · On-site

$18/hr

Support continuous improvement of sports programming. * Share ideas to improve participant engagement. * Help ensure consistent program quality. Facility & Equipment Oversight * Maintain and organize ...

YMCA of the Pines

Sports Instructor

Woodbury, NJ · On-site

$18/hr

Support continuous improvement of sports programming. * Share ideas to improve participant engagement. * Help ensure consistent program quality. Facility & Equipment Oversight * Maintain and organize ...

AEG

Part-Time Sports League Intern

Morristown, NJ · On-site

$15.50 - $16.50/hr

Support youth programming as needed, including serving as a Site Lead or Lead Coach * Develop ... Sport team merging & scheduling * Provide on-field support for adult and youth programs * Handle ...

CSI Sports

Syndication Sales Executive

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$100K - $225K/yr

... sports programming. CSI's syndication business under the FIGHT SPORTS ® brand reaches over 190 countries and the FIGHT SPORTS ® 24/7 linear channel currently reaches 50+ countries globally. CSI ...

Jerseydigs

Events Director

Edison, NJ · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Plan, develop, and oversee the facility's sport programs, camps, leagues, tournaments, and local programming events * Manage the ongoing facility schedule and coordinate program/camp registration ...

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AEG

Events Director

Edison, NJ · On-site

Plan, develop, and oversee the facility's sport programs, camps, leagues, tournaments, and local programming events * Manage the ongoing facility schedule and coordinate program/camp registration ...

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How much do sports programming jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports programming in New Jersey is $90,302.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,500.00 and $117,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sports programming?

A Sports Programming job involves planning, scheduling, and managing sports content for television, radio, or digital platforms. Professionals in this role work with networks, leagues, and advertisers to curate live events, highlight shows, and related programming. They analyze audience trends, negotiate broadcast rights, and ensure smooth execution of sports content. Strong knowledge of sports, media rights, and broadcast operations is essential for success in this field.

What are some typical challenges faced in a sports programming role, and how can they be managed?

Sports Programming professionals often deal with rapidly changing schedules due to live events, unexpected weather delays, or breaking sports news, which requires quick decision-making and adaptability. Managing broadcast rights, coordinating with production teams, and ensuring seamless content delivery can also present complex logistical hurdles. Success in this role depends on strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to anticipate and efficiently respond to last-minute changes. Many teams use collaborative planning tools and have strong communication networks in place to help mitigate these challenges and keep programming on track.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in sports programming, and why are they important?

To thrive in Sports Programming, you need a solid understanding of sports media, scheduling, content curation, and industry trends, often supported by a degree in communications, sports management, or a related field. Familiarity with broadcast management systems, analytical tools, and rights management platforms is highly valued, along with relevant certifications in media operations or sports business. Excellent organizational skills, creative problem solving, and the ability to collaborate effectively with production and editorial teams are crucial soft skills. These capabilities ensure successful development, planning, and execution of engaging sports content that meets both audience and network goals.

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Infographic showing various Sports Programming job openings in New Jersey as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,302 per year, or $43.4 per hour.

Sports Instructor

Greater Somerset County YMCA

Hillsborough, NJ • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 3 hours ago

Job description

Description
An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation's leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million.
The Y empowers everyone-no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org
The Hillsborough YMCA is looking for athletic sports aficionados to provide children, Soccer, Pre-School Sports, and more. Sports Instructors should be confident in working with a variety of age groups and helping others achieve their goals. This opportunity is ideal for anyone who works well with multiple age groups, loves all kinds of sports, and is creative and adaptive in needs of the participants of the class. This job is fully on-site, not remote.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Sports Instructors at the Y should be innovative, creative, fun, and inclusive of all levels / ability types to provide quality programming that encourages learning, healthy living, development of gross motor skills in youth, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Sports Instructors will create and execute their own curriculum to meet the needs of the participants of the class.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Must have experience coaching a sport or teaching Physical Education. At minimum, must be an athlete with at least 3 years of experience playing in a team sport.
  • Must have experience working with children as young as pre-school up to and including older teens.
  • Must be at least 17 years of age.
  • Should be comfortable with all areas of sports programming including skill development, safety, fair play, sportsmanship, and fun.
  • Must be able to demonstrate and explain sports skills that are being taught to multiple age groups / ability levels and be inclusive of all.
  • Must be alert and have the quick ability to identify and prevent any safety concerns as they arise.
  • Will need to be certified in CPR, First Aid, and AED prior to starting in this position.
  • needs to be able to create and execute lesson plans for each lesson that encourages learning, growth, and goal achievement appropriate for each ability level and age group.
  • Will need excellent communication skills not only to work with participants but to be able to communicate with parents regarding the progress of their child.
  • Must be consistent on a weekly basis and be very minimally absent, if at all, to provide consistency and quality to participants.

Benefits of working part-time at GSCY include:
• FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
• 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.
Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

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