Cheerleading Coach

Ymca Of Foothills; La Cañada Flintridge (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Foothills seeks a dynamic youth cheerleading instructor to guide and engage participants in fun, safe activities while reinforcing core values. You will plan lessons, lead tumbling and chants, and foster a positive, inclusive environment.

You will build strong relationships with participants and parents, model Caring, Respect, Responsibility, and Honesty, and collaborate with staff to ensure a high-quality experience for every member.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of age.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Experience in teaching gymnastics, including tumbling and apparatus.
• Ability to interact effectively across diverse cultures.
• Ability to model YMCA core values: Caring, Respect, Responsibility, Honesty.
• Ability to follow directions and work well with peers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a fun, educational cheerleading class.
• Build effective relationships with participants, their parents and staff.
• Promote a positive environment for all participants.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching gymnastics

CPR certification

Interpersonal communication

Cultural sensitivity

Job description

MISSION:The mission of the YMCA of the Foothills is to organize, develop, finance, and conduct programs for an association of persons of all ages that will, by putting Christian principles into practice, enrich the quality of their lives spiritually, mentally, physically and socially.POSITION SUMMARY:Lead and guide a group of youth in meaningful, safe activities that allow and provide for the best possible experience. This position is focused on nurturing the potential of youth using a variety of tools including the Y voice and core values.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Plan and execute a fun, educations and instructional Cheerleading class.Builds effective relationship with participants, their parents and staff.Promotes positive environment.Other duties as assigned.YMCA COMPETENCIES :Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.QUALIFICATIONSMinimum 16 years of ageMust be CPR certified within 90 days of hire, the YMCA will provide the trainingExperience in teaching gymnastics, with all aspects of tumbling and apparatusAbility to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse culturesMust be able to model the core values; Caring, Respect, Responsibility, and Honesty.Ability to follow and accept instruction, and relate well with peers.Must have commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA and uphold its values and ethics.Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptionsCPR and First Aid certifications required or within 90 days of hire.