Lead Youth Basketball Instructor
YMCA of Metro North•Lynn, MA
•$16 - $19•Onsite
About The Position
The Demakes Family YMCA is seeking an energetic, relationship-driven Lead Youth Basketball Instructor to lead instructional clinics, leagues, and skills-development sessions for ages 3–12. The ideal candidate will have experience leading and working with youth, focusing on building confidence, sportsmanship, and teamwork alongside physical skills. Classes and programs are enrollment-dependent, meaning hours and sessions will vary by season and program needs. This role requires availability during afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- 1-2+ years of experience leading and working with youth
- CPR/First Aid/AED certification within 90 days of hire, maintained thereafter
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to work nights/weekends
- Child Abuse Prevention training (provided in week one)
- CPR/First Aid certification (AFFA, ACE, ACSM, NASM, or similar)
Nice To Haves
- Playing/coaching/officiating basketball strongly preferred
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
- Basketball coaching or officiating certifications preferred
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead age-appropriate basketball clinics and leagues per YMCA standards, helping youth build skills progressively over time
- Teach fundamentals — dribbling, passing, shooting, footwork, team defense — while emphasizing sportsmanship and teamwork
- Help each participant feel successful by recognizing and building on their individual strengths
- Open and close each class with the YMCA pledge
- Create a safe, inclusive environment; follow YMCA safety and risk-management policies
- Arrive early to set up, and stay after to break down and store basketballs, hoops, and other equipment
- Check in with the Welcome Center upon arrival
- Learn participants' names and build genuine relationships with youth and their families
- Build positive relationships with participants, parents/guardians, and staff; communicate attendance, incidents, and progress to supervisors
- Model YMCA core values (Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility); arrive on time and prepared
- Attend bi-monthly staff meetings
- Assist with events, tournaments, or substitute coaching coverage as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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