Enrichment Instructor - Volleyball

ymcapkccareers; Washington; On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

YMCA360 access

Flexible scheduling around school

Paid Sick Leave

EAP & mental health resources

Education opportunities

Discount on YMCA programs

Job summary

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking an Enrichment Instructor specializing in Volleyball to support afterschool ELO classes in the Tacoma area. The role involves direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for elementary students across various art and activity programs.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, delivering activities, ensuring safety, and tracking progress. The position emphasizes inclusivity, staff collaboration, and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 or older.
• Six months or more of related experience preferred.
• Must pass Background and Reference checks (WA Fair Chance Act).
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training and other required training.
• Committed to valuing diversity and promoting an inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans with progression appropriate to age and ability.
• Plan, lead, and assist group activities.
• Enforce all safety rules.
• Implement the provided Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum.
• Maintain equipment and supplies for the program.
• Keep attendance and progress records; communicate with parents and supervisor.

Skills

Experience with children

Diversity & inclusion

Instructional skills

Safety training

Background checks

Child Abuse Prevention training

Job description

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking an Enrichment Instructor specializing in Volleyball to join our team.

The YMCAfocuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Enrichment Instructor provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for program participants in the Expanded Learning Opportunity (ELO) classes. Providing a quality experience for elementary school participants in this afterschool program, that is delivered through several different instructional Art programming and activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans with a natural progression appropriate to the age and ability of the student, in conjunction with support from Y experts as needed/required.


• Complete program training along with site staff in preparation for program session.


• Responsible for the instruction of appropriate programming as designated by skillset, experience, and supervisor. (Ex: Creative Arts Instructor, Youth Activities Instructor, Gymnastics Instructor, Chess Instructor, etc.)


• Plan, lead, and assist group activities.


• Enforce all safety rules.


• Implement the provided Social Emotional Learning (SEL) provided curriculum.


• Ensure that all equipment and supplies are available and maintained throughout the program.


• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements.


• Keep accurate records of class attendance and participant's progress throughout each session.


• Communicate with parents and supervisor regarding participant's performance.


• Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.


• Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events.


• Cleaning and sanitation protocols will be required of all staff.


• Staff will be responsible for frequent touchpoint cleaning and sanitizing in specific areas.


• Staff are expected to adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, including the use of PPE.


• Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

• Minimum age of 18 or older.


• Minimum age of 16 or older.


• Six months or more of related experience preferred.


• Positive attitude and previous experience with children and diverse populations.


• Knowledge and skills in the area of agreed upon instruction and related equipment set-up, as well as the ability to instruct participants in age appropriate techniques.


• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).


• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day. Complete other online and in-person training as required.


• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.


• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.


• Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.


• Must frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move a higher amount.


• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.


• Occasionally may need to plan and participate in programming outdoors.


• Ability to lead classes.

Wage

$18.03 to $18.67 per hour, (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours

Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location

Tacoma School District, Tacoma, WA

Benefits (All Employees)

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership


• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year


• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center


• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities


• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Benefits (Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week)

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)


• Willamette Dental Plan


• VSP Vision Plan

Please note that employment with the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is contingent upon successfully completing post-offer requirements, which may include age verification, reference checks, and state and national background checks. All inquiries and checks are conducted only after a conditional offer of employment is made.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled.

Employee Acknowledgement

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of this position. This document is not an exhaustive list and other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without advanced notice.

This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties may exercise employment-at-will rights at any time.

By signing below, you are acknowledging that you have read the document in its entirety and that you understand the requirements, essential functions, and job duties of this position. Further, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation(s), and that should you need assistance, that you are responsible for notifying your Director, Executive Director, and/or Human Resources.