Distance Coach

Westfield Area YMCA; Westfield (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary YMCA membership

Employee referral bonus program

Paid NJ Earned Sick Leave

Short-Term disability benefits

403b Retirement Savings Account

Discounts on designated child care

Job summary

The Westfield Area YMCA Flyers Track Club is seeking a part-time Distance Coach for the Fall Season (Sept 4–Oct 26). Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Oak Ridge Park in Clark, NJ.

The program serves nearly 700 athletes aged 7–15 with USATF certification; coaches with distance and cross country experience are encouraged. As a Track & Field Instructor you will organize, supervise and instruct athletes to learn basic sport skills aligned with YMCA values.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid including EPI and Asthma certifications.
• Knowledge of Track & Field programs and related skills.
• Good communication skills to interact with children and parents.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and conduct rigorous practices.
• Ability to lead and make decisions during safety emergencies.
• Present themselves as a leader at all times.
• Outgoing and enthusiastic attitude.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum for different skill levels.
• Coach, supervise and operate a quality team by demonstrating YMCA values and member service.
• Communicate scheduling conflicts in advance.
• Communicate with supervisor regularly about the programs.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Provide and maintain a safe program environment at all times.
• Be responsible for the safety of all participants.
• Follow emergency procedures at all times.
• Demonstrate a mature, professional attitude in the workplace.
• React appropriately to emergencies.
• Uphold Risk Management Standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Job description

Description

Description

We are looking for part-time Distance Coach to join our team for the Fall Season (September 4th-October 26th).

Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Oak Ridge Park in Clark, NJ.

The Westfield Area YMCA Flyers Track Club is a USATF certified club led by experienced staff! The program serves nearly 700 athletes each year ages 7-15. The program offers year-round training options for athletes of all ability levels - from first time participants to national champions. Coaches with personal and/or coaching experience in distance/cross country.
As a Track & Field Instructor you will be responsible to organize, supervise and instruct athletes in a way that will enable participants to learn the basic sport specific skills that apply the philosophy and goals of YMCA character development.

• Deliver curriculum for different skill levels.
• Coach, supervise and operate a quality team by demonstrating strong YMCA values, mission-based foundation and member service.
• Communicate in advance any scheduling conflicts.
• Communicate with supervisor on a regular basis regarding the programs.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Provide and maintain a safe program environment at all times.
• Be responsible for the safety of all participants.
• Is aware and will follow proper emergency procedures at all times.
• Demonstrate a mature, professional attitude in the workplace.
• React appropriately to all emergencies.
• Uphold Risk Management Standards at all times.
• Perform other duties and assignments as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Pay:

Minor: $16 - 16.50 per hour

Adult: $16.00 - 19.00 per hour, based on years of teaching/coaching experience

Benefits

• Complimentary YMCA membership
• Employee referral bonus program
• Paid NJ Earned Sick Leave Short-Term disability benefits
• 403b Retirement Savings Account Discounts on designated child care programs
• Discounts with other organizations for just being a Y Employee and MORE!

Our Mission

The Westfield Area YMCA is a nonprofit human service organization dedicated to developing the full potential of every individual and family in the communities it serves through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
The YMCA is a great place to work and to be a part of the community!

To learn more, visit our website: www.westfieldynj.org

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• As a condition of employment, the incumbent must possess, maintain and renew CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, which includes EPI and Asthma certifications.
• Have knowledge of Track & Field programs and specific sport skills
• Have good communication skills that enable them to interact with children and parents.
• Have good organizational skills.
• Be able to lift heavy equipment and be able to conduct rigorous practices.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead and make decisions during extenuating circumstances regarding safety, security and emergency situations to protect the interests of our members, staff and gym facilities.
• Present themselves as a leader at all times.
• Possess an outgoing and enthusiastic attitude, which will enable them to deal with staff and members appropriately.