Specialty Sports Instructor - Basketball

YMCA of Metro Atlanta • Brookhaven, GA

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About The Position

The Specialty Sports Instructor – Basketball implements sport-specific training and skill development. Under the direction of the Sports Director(s), the instructor demonstrates and explains basketball skills and rules to individuals or groups, helping beginners learn fundamentals and experienced athletes sharpen their skills. Duties must follow the Metropolitan Atlanta YMCA’s policies, mission, values, strategic plan, safety protocols, and member-service guidelines, with emphasis on member service, program knowledge, safety, and communication.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years or older and have a high school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of coaching or instructing experience, 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.
• Safe Sport and CDC Heads Up Concussion online courses are required; any other required certifications, including CPR/First Aid, must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must pass pre-employment screening, including criminal record check, drug screening, motor vehicle record check, and reference check, 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 varied activities and instruction that supports program goals.
• Respond to inquiries from participants, parents, volunteers, and other stakeholders, providing information or obtaining answers in a timely manner.
• Attend staff meetings and approved training as required.
• Conduct assessments of program participants.

Benefits

• The posting states that the YMCA offers an excellent benefits package and career opportunities but does not specify individual benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED