Specialty Sports Instructor - Cheer

YMCA of Metro Atlanta•Newnan, GA

About The Position

The Specialty Sports Instructor implements sport-specific training and skill development under the direction of the Sports Director(s). The instructor demonstrates and explains sports skills and rules to individuals or groups, helping beginners learn basic rules, stances, grips, movements, and techniques and supporting experienced athletes in sharpening their skills. Duties must be performed in accordance with the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta’s policies, goals, mission, values, objectives, safety protocols, and member service guidelines. The position emphasizes member service, program knowledge, safety, and communication with members and staff.

Requirements

Must be 21 years or older and have a high school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience coaching or instructing, or at least 2 years of competitive experience at the college level or equivalent in the sport.
Must currently hold or be able to acquire any required sport certification.
Knowledge of how to instruct the sport, including its rules and techniques.
Ability to motivate, coach, and lead participants.
Strong interpersonal communication, conflict management, and customer service skills to tactfully enforce rules and regulations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with participants, parents, volunteers, and staff.
Required online Safe Sport and CDC Heads Up Concussion courses; must obtain any other required certifications, including CPR/First Aid, within 30 days of hire.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must pass pre-employment background, criminal record, drug screening, motor vehicle record, and reference checks according to company policy.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction in sports activities.
Participate in special events and activities related to the sport.
Maintain effective relationships with schools, parents, participants, and other groups.
Create an environment with activities and instruction that support program goals.
Answer inquiries from participants, parents, volunteers, or other stakeholders, providing information or finding answers in a timely manner.
Attend staff meetings and approved training as required.
Conduct assessments of program participants.