Sports Instructor Job at River Crossing YMCA- Lehigh Valley Region in Easton

River Crossing YMCA is looking to hire a Sports Instructor!

ABOUT RIVER CROSSING YMCA

River Crossing YMCA is a charitable, nonprofit organization committed to strengthening our communities through membership and programs that foster youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility for all. If you are interested in contributing to the largest Youth focused non-profit in the country, please read on!

Sports Instructor Salary: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour

Sports Instructor Hours: Hours vary based on shift, Sunday-Saturday Weekend Availability a must (Part Time)

Sports Instructor Responsibilities:

• Instructs sports lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization
• Helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement
• Conveys information on sports programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs
• Maintains records as required e.g., attendance, progress reports
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures
• Completes incident and accident reports as necessary
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment
• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned
• Other duties, responsibilities, and activities related to social media marketing may be assigned
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information
• Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions
• Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner
• Role model YMCA values and principles to develop the physical and personal growth of all participants
• Performs other duties as assigned

Sports Instructor Qualifications:

• One (1) or more years of related Youth/Adult Sports experience required
• At least sixteen (16) years of age
• Within thirty (30) days of hire must complete Child Abuse Prevention; CPR; First Aid; AED; Bloodborne Pathogens; Mandated Reporter Training
• Completion of YMCA program-specific and trainer certifications
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Good analytical/critical thinking
• Familiarity with personal computers helpful
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
• Valid and current driver's license preferred
• Able to effectively communicate and build relationships with Y staff, members, and vendors
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good customer service skills, high ethical standards, an appropriate professional image, and a team player
• Must possess sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment skills, and a positive attitude
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) helpful

Sports Instructor Benefits:

• Supplemental insurance benefits (Voluntary Accident/Injury, Hospital, and Cancer coverage via Aflac)
• 12% employer contribution to your YMCA pension plan
• YMCA Membership
• Up to 100% off of Childcare and Camps
• Exceptional growth potential for your role and career

Salary: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour

Job Type: Part-time

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this nonprofit job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!