Volleyball Instructor - ComEd Rec Center

ASM Global•Chicago, IL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

ComEd Recreation Center is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and motivated Volleyball Instructor to lead volleyball programming for children and participants of varying ages and skill levels. The instructor creates a positive, engaging, and safe learning environment while teaching fundamental volleyball skills, promoting teamwork, and encouraging individual development. Instructors embody the center’s culture to Inspire, Teach, and Motivate members by delivering an enjoyable and rewarding sports experience. This is a part-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Facility Manager. The stated schedule includes Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Fridays from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Sundays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; the role also requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays. The hourly rate is $19.00.

Requirements

Current Red Cross CPR certification.
Knowledge of volleyball fundamentals, rules, and techniques, with the ability to instruct participants of varying ages and skill levels.
Strong communication, leadership, and customer service skills.
Dependable and organized, with the ability to promote a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
Ability to follow facility policies, work collaboratively with staff and participants, and perform essential duties satisfactorily.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays; the listed schedule includes Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
Ability to frequently walk, stand, sit for long hours, and work with various types of fitness equipment.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally assist participants.
Endurance to complete instruction of the assigned fitness program.

Nice To Haves

Previous volleyball coaching or instructional experience.
Relevant instructor certifications such as ACE, AFAA, or equivalent, and additional specialty certifications.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver volleyball lessons, practices, and recreational programs for participants of varying ages and skill levels.
Teach and demonstrate serving, passing, setting, hitting, blocking, defensive positioning, rules, strategies, techniques, positioning, and game fundamentals.
Develop age-appropriate drills and activities that support skill development, coordination, and athletic growth.
Adapt instruction and activities to participants’ skill levels, learning styles, and individual needs.
Encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, confidence, discipline, and positive communication.
Supervise participants during practices, games, and related activities to maintain a safe and supportive environment.
Enforce safety guidelines, facility policies, and program procedures.
Monitor participant progress and provide constructive feedback.
Promote a welcoming and inclusive environment that supports participation, learning, and enjoyment.
Address participant conflicts and behavioral concerns professionally and appropriately.
Communicate respectfully with participants, parents, volunteers, and facility management.
Maintain and organize volleyball equipment and keep the instructional area clean and safe.
Promptly report safety concerns, injuries, equipment issues, and participant or parent concerns to management.
Perform other related duties as assigned.