Sports Instructor - Towson (Orokawa)

The Y in Central Maryland • Towson, MD

7d • $16 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Regional Sports Director, the Sports Instructor teaches assigned sports classes in accordance with Association guidelines and standards to maintain program quality. The Sports Instructor is responsible for creating engaging learning opportunities within specific sports programs for participants ranging from preschool through adulthood.

Requirements

• Current CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certification (or O2 certification within 30 days of hire).
• Completion of new associate training, including Child Abuse Prevention training, before being scheduled to work.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability to communicate effectively, particularly when working with children.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Strong customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days of hire.
• Demonstrate and clearly explain the basic skills and techniques of the sport being taught.
• Adapt instruction to meet the learning level and abilities of each class.
• Prepare the teaching area with all necessary equipment and return equipment to the appropriate storage area at the conclusion of each class.
• Work with individuals and groups within a class setting to help participants correct skills, build confidence, and progress in their abilities.
• Maintain accurate class attendance records.
• Follow designated curriculum and program guidelines to ensure required components are met and established standards for progression are followed.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment.
• Firmly committed to celebrating and achieving diversity and inclusion in all we do.
• Strive to be an anti-racist organization and expect all associates to treat others with respect, kindness and dignity, at all times.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED