Instructor CY Programs Sports

YMCA of Greater Toronto•Toronto, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructor Children and Youth Programs - Sports delivers YMCA-based sports programming that supports the development, engagement, and success of children and youth participants. The role applies established curriculum and resources to create inclusive, safe, and effective learning environments while adapting programming to meet participant needs. Through coaching, instruction, and relationship-building, the position contributes to positive participant experiences and the overall quality of youth programs.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in field related to working with children or youth or equivalent experience.
Completion of NCCP Fundamental Movement Skills, NCCP Planning a Practice, NCCP Design a Basic Sport Program, and NCCP Making Headway training is required.
Minimum 1 year of previous experience instructing children and youth in one or more of the following sports: Basketball, Soccer, and Volleyball.
Good theoretical and practical knowledge of various stages of child and youth development through previous related experience and continuing professional development.
Evidence of continuing professional development in working with children and youth.
Ability to encourage and motivate members and volunteers and acknowledge and appreciate their achievements and contributions.
Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with members, staff, and volunteers.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Flexibility regarding assigned work schedules, including weekday afternoons, evenings and weekends.
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging.
Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values
Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Nice To Haves

Current certification in Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C and AED, is an asset.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement sequential weekly lesson plans.
Recognize participant learning styles and adapt course delivery methods accordingly.
Deliver course content and evaluate participants according to established YMCA criteria.
Coach and develop participants to support their achievement of program goals.
Communicate children’s progress verbally and in writing to parents and the Supervisor.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date weekly progress sheets and participant records.
Assist and encourage program members to access additional appropriate programs offered at the location, in collaboration with individual program members, program volunteers, and YMCA program staff.
Participate actively in scheduled programs, meetings, and special events.
Take attendance and ensure participants are signed into and out of the program.
Set up and take down recreational, program, and other equipment as required; inspect equipment to ensure it is safe and in good repair, report malfunctions immediately, and remove damaged equipment from circulation.
Perform other duties as assigned.