Sports Instructor
About The Position
The Torigian Family YMCA in Peabody, Massachusetts is seeking an energetic leader to serve as a Youth Sports Instructor. This role involves supervising and facilitating Youth and Adult Sports programs, coaching/teaching/officiating children ages 3 to 12 in various sports, and potentially managing events, programs, and adult leagues. The YMCA emphasizes building the whole child through sports, focusing on confidence, positive relationships, good sportsmanship, and teamwork. The instructor will engage participants to develop mission-based sports programs for diverse ages and skill levels, and collaborate with other Directors to maximize involvement. The ideal candidate is flexible, innovative, organized, personable, and promotes fun.
Requirements
- 1-2+ years of experience working with children.
- CPR/First Aid/AED – must obtain certification within first 90 days of employment and maintain a current certification thereafter.
- Strong ability to promote fun play, while fostering a positive team atmosphere.
- Exemplifies a proactive, hands-on approach, as well as a professional work ethic.
- Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including majority nights and weekends.
- Strong interpersonal, organization and communication skills.
- Energetic, devoted, mission driven, team-oriented individual.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Safety Skills Learning Management System on Child Abuse Prevention (provided within the first week of employment)
- CPR and First Aid - A certification(s) from nationally recognized institutes such as AFFA, ACE, ACSM, NASM or similar.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience playing/coaching/refereeing organized sports, particularly basketball, soccer, volleyball, football and/or baseball strongly preferred.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
- Coaching, personal training or strength and conditioning certifications, or working towards those certifications preferred.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and lead age-appropriate sports programs and classes (e.g., basketball, soccer, flag football, pickleball, etc.) in alignment with YMCA standards and mission
- Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for all participants, regardless of skill level
- Teach fundamental skills, rules, and sportsmanship while encouraging teamwork and confidence
- Ensure participant safety by following YMCA policies, emergency procedures, and risk-management practices
- Set up, maintain, and properly store sports equipment before and after classes or programs
- Build positive relationships with participants, parents/guardians, and YMCA staff
- Communicate clearly with supervisors regarding attendance, incidents, and participant progress
- Model YMCA core values—Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility—always
- Arrive on time, prepared, and in proper attire for all scheduled shifts
- Assist with special events, clinics, leagues, or substitute coverage as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
