Sports Instructor

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF ATTLEBORO•Attleboro, MA

About The Position

This is a seasonal position with the Attleboro YMCA, a leading non-profit organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Sports Specialist is responsible for developing and delivering a diverse and engaging curriculum that encourages campers of all abilities to have fun and work together as a team while engaging in physical activity.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
Prior experience working with children in a day camp setting
Must be certified in CPR and First Aid
Ability to stay calm and respond effectively in an emergency
Quick and effective decision-making skills and strong communication skills
A positive, friendly attitude and strong interpersonal skills
Must be detail-oriented and able to communicate accurate information in a timely manner
A high level of maturity and responsibility
Must maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
Ability to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time and in extreme weather conditions
Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling and walking
Ability to speak concisely and communicate effectively
Maintain high-level of physical and mental readiness

Responsibilities

Maintains safety of all camper athletes while participating in specialty sports programs.
Create a safe, inclusive, nurturing, and engaging environment for campers.
Maintain a face-count of campers under your supervision at all times.
Promote the unique talents and diverse abilities of campers by establishing a welcoming environment.
Facilitate and actively engage in games, activities, and events with campers with a focus on good sportsmanship.
Monitor interactions between campers to ensure healthy dialogue and offer guidance on conflict resolution as needed.
Create a sense of belonging for campers through shared experiences and teambuilding activities.
Attend all mandatory YMCA staff meetings, team meetings and staff trainings.
Abide by all camp and YMCA policies & procedures.
Actively promote camp and the Attleboro YMCA.
Assist with other duties as assigned.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized program space, is punctual, arriving ready to run a sports program with ideas and equipment needed.
Assist the Camp Director, Assistant Director, and Program Coordinator with identifying and planning theme days and planning corresponding STEM activities.
Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
Remains calm, professional and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others.
Maintain positive rapport and open communication with staff, campers, and parents/guardians.
Promote and participate in all theme activities with enthusiasm.