Sports Instructor
About The Position
Creates a safe and positive atmosphere for participants to learn and play sports. Promotes character development, safety, and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. The role supports sports games and activities by communicating with coaches, players, referees, staff, and supervisors; maintaining an orderly, safe, inclusive, and fun environment; and enforcing applicable rules and safety standards. When assigned to sports instruction, provides instruction in a planned, age-appropriate manner. The position may involve preparing indoor or outdoor activity sites, tracking sports equipment, keeping score and completing score sheets, and reporting unusual incidents to the Program Director. Staff are expected to attend required meetings, trainings, and YMCA functions and perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- At least 16 years of age; applicants over 18 are preferred.
- Currently attending high school or equivalent, or hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications, which must be maintained.
- Live Scan fingerprint clearance.
- Health screening with negative TB and drug test screening results.
- Complete all required online training.
- Strong communication skills.
- Sports background and/or involvement in organized sports.
Nice To Haves
- Over 18 years of age preferred.
- Public relations skills and/or experience working with a diverse population desired.
Responsibilities
- Communicate with coaches and players and help maintain order and a safe, inclusive, and fun environment.
- Ensure participants are on the team roster and, when applicable, are wearing uniforms.
- Ensure participants, parents, and coaches follow applicable codes of conduct, contracts, and posted rules; inform referees or coaches of penalties or improper substitutions.
- When keeping score, complete the score sheet, including the final game score.
- Monitor and track YMCA sports equipment and ensure items are returned at the end of the game or event.
- Prepare the site before games or events, including cleaning the area and making preparations for the planned activity.
- Maintain emotional maturity, control frustration, and help defuse tense or stressful situations while showing a positive attitude toward games and participants.
- Report unusual incidents, including altercations or injuries, to the Program Director.
- When assigned as a sports instructor, provide planned, age-appropriate sports instruction.
- Follow and enforce safety standards, policies, and procedures.
- Attend staff meetings, trainings, and other YMCA functions as required by the supervisor.
- Maintain open communication with participants, coaches, referees, staff, and the supervisor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
