Sports Instructor - Towson (Orokawa)

The Y in Central Maryland•Towson, MD

10d•$16 - $17

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 and create an inclusive environment where participants of different ages and abilities can learn and succeed. The role supports the Y’s mission of individual and community well-being and requires modeling its core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The position requires knowledge of or experience with the assigned sport, effective communication and instruction, and a commitment to safety and inclusion. CPR/AED and First Aid certification must be held or obtained within 90 days of hire. O₂ certification must be held or obtained within 30 days of hire if required. Required new-associate and Child Abuse Prevention training must be completed before assigned duties begin. Associates must follow the Code of Conduct with Youth and applicable legal reporting requirements.

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.
Completion of required new-associate and Child Abuse Prevention training before beginning assigned duties.
Agreement to abide by the Code of Conduct with Youth and comply with legal reporting requirements.

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 report concerns promptly.
Attend required meetings, training, and professional-development activities.
Model the Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Follow the Code of Conduct with Youth, complete child abuse prevention training, and comply with legal reporting requirements.