Ninja Team head Coach
About The Position
Supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Builds members and the community’s understanding of the YMCA’s impact. This position provides professional and high-quality coaching to all levels of the ninja team in a safe, educational, and fun environment, while also providing effective communication between team parents and other coaches. Instructs practices in a safe, enjoyable, culturally aware, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement following YMCA policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Must at least age of 18
- Must be able to implement oral and written instructions.
- Must have knowledge of proper use of ninja/gymnastics equipment.
- Must have 1-2 years of experience working with children ages 1-12 in a coaching setting
- Must have 1-2 years’ experience with ninja obstacle courses or similar.
- All positions require passing a background check.
Nice To Haves
- Ninja Coaching Certificate is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Builds personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests. While exemplifying the Y’s commitment to the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility and responds to all member and community inquiries promptly.
- Leads energizing, fun, culturally aware, safe, ninja practices, as directed by the supervisor, to carry out the YMCA mission and goals.
- Provide direct instruction and supervision to ninja participants following the YMCA Best practices, policies, and procedures.
- Helps with setting up and adjusting lesson plans and structure of practices.
- Attends Ninja Competitions and other functions to build performance, confidence, and social network of the team.
- Convey program information, surveys, and annual campaigns to participants.
- Follow all YMCA emergency and safety procedures.
- Upholds all YMCA policies, procedures, standards, and code of conduct.
- Project a positive, enthusiastic, and professional image on the job.
- Fulfills any other functions designated by the YMCA Administration.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
