Inclusion Y-Abilities Instructor

MERRIMACK VALLEY YMCA•Andover, MA

9d•$16•Onsite

About The Position

The Y Abilities Instructor, under the supervision of the Associate Executive Director and Inclusion Coordinator, provides safe, motivational and knowledgeable instruction to all members and participants. The instructor is responsible for the safety and proper instruction of all class activities and will help champion a culture of service excellence and support and advocate the mission and values of the YMCA.

Requirements

Must be 16 years of age or older
Prior experience in inclusive/adaptive enrichment either from employment or self participation
Complete Child Abuse Online training prior to or on first day of hire. Complete Employee Orientation offered on the beginning of each month.
Must be able to interact and communicate with others.
Must have good human relations’ skills to facilitate positive relationships with staff, volunteers, parents, members and program participants.
Must be committed to the Merrimack Valley YMCA’s mission, goals, and Character Development.

Responsibilities

Keep safety as a first priority. Emphasize personal safety and emotional well being of all staff, volunteers, members and program participants.
By personal example helps interpret quality of YMCA Character Values - Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
Responsible to work with supervisor and fellow instructors to ensure administrative duties for the sports classes and special events.
Provide and enjoyable experience that enables the participants to have fun
Provide a safe experience for all participants
Teach fundamental sports skills
Be polite and courteous at all times
Arrive 15 minutes prior to start time of first class for set-up, roster and safety checks
Wear your staff shirt, name tag, gym shorts or sweat pants, and sneakers
Follow curriculum and job related tasks set forth by the Associate Executive Director and Inclusion Coordinator
Maintain and leave the Gymnasium and/or designated program space in a safe and orderly manner
Participate in and attend monthly staff meetings.
Instructors for IAS and aquatics programs must have knowledge of swimming and ability to work in wet environments.