SPORTS INSTRUCTOR - SOCCER

Lafayette Recruitment Team•Lafayette, CO

3d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Provides specific sports instruction in soccer for various age groups in the community and maintains a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants. Must be at least 14 years old to apply for this position.

Requirements

Must be at least 14 years old to apply for this position
Knowledge of specific sports program teaching strategies and the techniques used to meet established skills and abilities
Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, teaching methods and techniques that provide positive motivation
Working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles
Thorough knowledge of City and department rules and regulations
Public relations skills
Demonstrated skill in the operation of equipment necessary to perform the functions of the job
Ability to plan, organize, instruct, and supervise the assigned program
Ability to control large groups of people
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to remain current on the trends and rules of specific sports
Ability to communicate effectively to the participants when teaching skills
Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper course of action to be taken
Ability to work with little or no supervision, as necessary
Ability to analyze and assess facility, equipment and weather safety hazards
Ability to write incident and accident reports, as necessary
Ability to learn and adhere to the facility emergency procedures
Ability to establish and effective working relationships with the public
Current CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within a reasonable time

Nice To Haves

Additional specialty/certifications preferred if applicable
Some prior work experience preferred
Experience with playing, officiating, or instructing sports programs

Responsibilities

Develop and teach class content appropriate to the course description and level
Develop appropriate tools necessary to offer quality
Provide feedback to class participants and proper instruction in use of support materials
Monitor participants and their ability to participate
Monitor attire to properly perform, (i.e., shoes, equipment, etc.) if applicable
Provide a safe environment for all participants
Enforce all general building policies if applicable
Complete any necessary reports and forms (i.e., Accident Report, Attendance Record, Supply Requests, etc.)
Responsible for preparation for program activities
Organize related equipment
May be required to set up and break-down materials used for instruction
Attend scheduled meetings as required
Make supervisor aware of any customer, equipment, or facility needs
Assists lead staff in running programs
Ensuring that the goals or objectives of the class are met
Provides excellent customer service, including interacting with participants to answer questions or resolve problems
Perform related duties as required