Basketball Program Instructor

YMCA of Greater Brandywine; West Grove (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family YMCA membership

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Babysitting during work (up to 4 hours

Retirement savings 12% employer

Continuing education reimbursement

Career development and paid training

Referral bonus from $300

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine in West Grove, PA is seeking a part-time youth program assistant to plan, organize, and deliver value-driven skill development activities in alignment with YMCA goals.

You will lead with enthusiasm, manage equipment for safety, ensure children are picked up by a parent, and promote other YMCA programs. Candidates should be at least 15, with teaching ability and at least 1 year of related experience, plus required certifications within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Must be 15 years of age or older.
• Demonstrate ability to develop and teach skills.
• Prior knowledge and at least 1 year of experience in program area.
• Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs.
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists with specific activities, routines and/or games for all participants.
• Leads with enthusiasm and positive motivation in program.
• Manage all equipment to ensure safety.
• Maintains a clean and risk-free environment.
• Ensures all children are picked up by a parent.
• Promotes other YMCA programs by handing out brochures, answering questions, or referral to appropriate person.
• Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching skills

Program delivery

Safety management

Technology use

Certification readiness

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Jennersville YMCA - West Grove , PA, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $14.00 - $16.50Hourly, Job Category: Program/Youth Sports/Adult, Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure

To plan, organize, and deliver value-driven skill development programs to participants in accordance with YMCA goals and objectives.

Who Are We?

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.

Perks & Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00

What You’ll Do

• Assists with specific activities, routines and/or games for all participants.
• Leads with enthusiasm and positive motivation in program.
• Manage all equipment to ensure safety.
• Maintains a clean and risk-free environment.
• Ensures all children are picked up by a parent.
• Promotes other YMCA programs by handing out brochures, answering questions, or referral to appropriate person.
• Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: What You'll Need

• Must be 15 years of age or older
• Demonstrate ability to develop and teach skills
• Prior knowledge and at least 1 year of experience in program area
• Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire

Work Conditions and 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. Ability to plan, lead, and participate in classes and activities. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.