Specialty Sports Instructor - Volleyball
About The Position
The Specialty Sports Instructor is responsible for providing 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 fundamentals and experienced athletes sharpen their skills. Duties must align with YMCA policies, goals, mission, values, branch plans, safety protocols, and member-service guidelines. The role emphasizes member service, program knowledge, safety, and communication with members and staff. This posting is for the Ed Isakson / Alpharetta YMCA.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years old 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 course certifications; 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 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 varied activities and instruction that supports program goals.
- Answer inquiries from participants, parents, volunteers, or other stakeholders, providing information or seeking answers in a timely manner.
- Attend staff meetings and approved training as required.
- Conduct assessments of program participants.
Benefits
- The YMCA describes its benefits and career opportunities as excellent; specific benefits are not listed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
