Basketball Instructor - ComEd Recreational Facility

ASM Global; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative recreational center is seeking a passionate Basketball Instructor to inspire young athletes and enhance their skills. In this part-time role, you will lead engaging sports programs, ensuring a safe and fun environment for children of all skill levels. Your expertise in various sports, along with your motivational abilities, will play a crucial role in fostering a love for fitness and teamwork among participants. This position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to make a positive impact in the community. If you are dedicated to teaching and motivating young athletes, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid Leave Accrual

Sick Time Accrual

401(k) once eligibility is met

Qualifications

• Must possess current CPR certification and teaching experience.
• Ability to teach various fitness classes for all ages.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruction and supervision in sports and competitive athletics.
• Enforces safety guidelines and resolves conflicts among participants.

Skills

Motivational Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Sports Tactics

Conflict Resolution

Customer Service Skills

Education

Current Red Cross CPR Certification

Certified Instructor (ACE, AFAA)

Job description

Job Title: Basketball Instructor – Part-Time / Non-Exempt

Reports To: Facilities Manager

ComEd Rec Center is looking for an experienced and motivated coach to lead programming in the Children's Athletes department at our clubs. You will call the plays, encourage development and learning, and above all, ensure our members and their kids have the best sports experience. As a ComEd Rec Center Coach, you will live by part of our culture to Inspire, Teach, and Motivate our members.

Candidates should have the following characteristics:

• Motivational and inspires athletes to improve and work hard
• Knowledgeable about the skills and tactics of sports
• Excellent communication skills with players, parents, and program coordinators
• Good character and is a positive role model

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides instruction and supervision to patrons in sports, games, and competitive athletics.
• Demonstrates proper techniques and skills for recreation and athletics.
• Adapts programs to reflect differing levels of participant skill development.
• Provides instruction in advanced strategies of team and individual sports, physical fitness, and conditioning.
• Provides information on rules of individual and team sports.
• Explains basics of organized activities.
• Enforces and promotes safety guidelines for recreation and athletic activities.
• Resolves conflicts among participants.
• Officiates team and individual sports.
• Promotes sportsmanship and encourages creativity in participants.
• Communicates constructively with participants, parents, volunteers, and the community.

Professional Requirements:

• Previous teaching experience in a group setting required.
• Ability to teach fitness classes related to Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Volleyball, and General Fitness.
• Ability to teach programming for all ages and skill levels.
• Self-motivated, with excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Punctual, reliable, organized, and responsible.
• Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs.
• Ensures that safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are adhered to.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications: The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must possess current Red Cross CPR certification, Certified Instructor (ACE, AFAA), or equivalent. Additional specialty/certifications preferred.

Hours: This position requires the ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

HOURLY RATE: $19.00

BENEFITS:

• Paid Leave Accrual
• Sick Time Accrual
• 401(k) once eligibility is met

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit for long hours, and work with various types of fitness equipment. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally must aid or assist participants. The employee must have the endurance to complete the instruction of the assigned fitness program.

To Apply: Only candidates that apply through our online system will be considered. Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact: 312-235-7148.

Recruiter: Maggie Szot

Contact: (312)-235-7148

ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.