Sports Instructor - Towson (Orokawa)

YMCA Central Maryland•Towson, MD

About The Position

As a Sports Instructor, you will help participants from preschoolers through adults develop athletic skills, build confidence, and enjoy being active. You will lead safe, engaging classes while creating an inclusive environment where participants of different ages and abilities can learn and succeed. The role involves teaching and coaching an assigned sport in accordance with Y curriculum and standards, adapting instruction to participants’ needs, maintaining program records and equipment, and promoting safety, sportsmanship, teamwork, and healthy activity. The position requires knowledge of or experience with the assigned sport, effective communication and instruction, and the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required. CPR/AED and First Aid certification, and O₂ certification if required, may be obtained after hire within the specified time frames. Required new-associate and Child Abuse Prevention training must be completed before beginning assigned duties.

Requirements

Knowledge of or experience participating in, coaching, or teaching the assigned sport.
Ability to communicate effectively and provide clear instruction, particularly when working with children.
Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and communities.
Strong customer-service and basic computer skills.
CPR/AED and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
O₂ certification, if required, or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Complete required new-associate and Child Abuse Prevention training before beginning assigned duties.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead assigned sports classes according to Y curriculum, guidelines, and progression standards.
Demonstrate and explain fundamental skills and techniques of the assigned sport.
Adapt instruction to participants’ ages, abilities, and experience levels.
Provide individual and group coaching that builds skills and confidence.
Prepare the program area and safely set up, use, and store equipment.
Maintain accurate attendance and required program records.
Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, inclusion, and healthy activity.
Maintain a safe and welcoming environment and promptly report concerns.
Attend required meetings, training, and professional-development activities.
Model the Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.