Sports Instructor - Jr. Celtics Youth Sports Coach

YMCA of Greater Boston • Boston, MA

82d • $16 - $20

About The Position

The YMCA is searching for a sports instructor to lead a group of children ages 3 to 14 instructing sports classes. Classes are on weekday afternoons and weekend mornings. Candidate must possess excellent child/parent communication skills, expertise in a variety of sports and the ability to work independently. This position develops, organizes and implements the following YMCA programs: youth, teen and adult sports, preschool enrichment classes. This position reports to the Youth and Enrichment Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent; working towards obtaining degree in recreation or health related field.
• One to two years related experience preferred, such as a sports coach or volunteer.
• Completion of Child Abuse Prevention for Supervisory Staff, Working with Program Volunteers, CPR, First Aid, AED, Bloodborne Pathogens within 30 days of hire.
• Excellent public relations and conflict resolution skills.
• Concern for detail and accuracy with the ability to delegate responsibility.

Nice To Haves

• Energetic, motivated and well organized individual who has a passion for children and sports.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises program activities to meet YMCA objectives.
• Establishes new program activities and expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Recruits, trains, and directs personnel and volunteers as needed.
• Reviews and evaluates staff performance.
• Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
• Works with Youth and Families Director to ensure proper maintenance of gymnasium and all related equipment.
• Ensures the development of a sports program schedule seasonally with age-appropriate activities & leagues for children.
• Works to expand our Youth Development Initiative to serve pre-teens and teens and manage Teen Space for maximum usage.
• Markets and distributes program information to YMCA members and the community.
• Develops, coordinates and implements innovative programming for ages beginning at 2 to adult.
• Engages with families, children and other Y employees as a leader.
• Assists in YMCA fund raising activities and special events.
• Responds to all member and community inquiries and requests in a timely manner.
• Assists with program committee meetings where appropriate.
• Compiles program statistics and monitors the effectiveness of programs.
• Assumes a fair share of responsibilities of the administration of the branch, including nights and weekends.

Benefits

• FREE YMCA Membership for you.
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
• Discounted or FREE family membership.
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
• Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees