Fitness Instructor-Group Exercise, Pickleball

Fairview Lake YMCA Camps; Lafayette Township (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Fitness Instructor for Group Exercise, specializing in Pickleball. This role involves teaching various techniques to participants of all ages, fostering a nurturing environment while promoting healthy living and social responsibility. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a background in recreation, ensuring engaging and effective instruction. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to community strength and youth development, where your contributions will make a significant impact. Embrace this opportunity to inspire and lead in a dynamic setting!

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Complimentary use of YMCA facilities

Sign on bonus may apply

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in recreation or related field required.
• Professional Pickleball Registry or IPTPA Certification is a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct leadership and instruction in Pickleball.
• Create engaging lesson plans tailored to participants' skills.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Public Speaking

Positive Behavior Management

Education

High School Diploma

Associate/Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Tools

Various Software Applications

Job description

Fitness Instructor-Group Exercise, Pickleball SCY Pickleball Center, 11 Millpond Drive, Lafayette, New Jersey, United States of America Req #1577 Wednesday, January 8, 2025. We are an all-inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As a growing, mission-focused, and future-oriented association of YMCAs, the Metro YMCA of the Oranges has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, mission-driven candidate to join our team.
Sign on bonus may apply

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students by teaching various techniques of Pickleball to various age groups and abilities. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with participants, while building cooperative relationships with all program participants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• At all times, maintain a professional demeanor, as a representative of the YMCA. Wear YMCA T-shirt when on shift and on premises.
• Consistently greet participants with a smile and with enthusiasm. Learn all participants’ names.
• Group Instructor will design and deliver lesson plans in the designated program area tailored to the skills and interests of each age group.
• Lead instruction of participants in accordance with USA Pickleball and YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
• Plan, setup and deliver a variety of activities within interest area that are age and skill specific and that keep participant’s engagement and interest high.
• Build effective, authentic relationships with participants; help them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourage involvement and identify potential volunteers.
• Responsible for organized class management ensuring all participants can be seen at all times.
• Convey instruction in alignment with appropriate age group and skill level. Ensure participants understand instructions.
• Use teachable moments to discuss character development and provide constructive feedback during practice sessions using positive motivation techniques.
• Ensure lessons begin and end as scheduled. Maintain records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Utilize equipment appropriately with activities and incorporate skill development. Organize and put away needed class equipment. Clean up area after each session. Report damaged equipment.
• Uphold, model, teach and put the four (4) core values of the YMCA into action in all activities - everyday: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill and encourage youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accept and demonstrate the Y’s values. Demonstrate a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build effective, supportive working relationships with them. Support fund-raising.

Collaboration: Work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Build rapport and relate well to others. Seek first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remain calm in challenging situations. Listen for understanding and meaning; speak and write effectively. Take initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Make sound judgments, and transfer learning from one situation to another. Embrace new approaches and discover ideas to create a better member experience. Establish goals, clarify tasks, plan work and actively participate in meetings. Follow budgeting policies and procedures, and report all financial irregularities immediately. Strive to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursue self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrate an openness to change, and seek opportunities in the change process. Accurately assess personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Have the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; use best practices and demonstrate up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma, Associate/Bachelors Degree in Education, youth work, recreation or related preferred or equivalent experience.
• Three (3) years’ experience in recreation or related field.
• Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) or International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association (IPTPA) Certification.
• 4+ Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating (DUPR).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to relate to and communicate in various venues, i.e., public speaking, presentations.
• Proven ability to facilitate learning in others and ability to supervise others.
• Understanding age-specific characteristics and positive behavior management techniques.
• Strong organizational skills, technologically proficient with various software applications.
• Strong knowledge of Pickleball rules and gameplay.
• Must be able to demonstrate instructor skills in accordance with USA Pickleball Registry and YMCA standards.
• Previous experience working with diverse populations preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions. Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in accordance to instruction. 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. Must have the ability to instruct and actively observe participants. Ability to stand for long periods of time, walk, use hands, stoop, and crouch. Regularly lifts up to 10 – 50 pounds.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES: Current active employees of the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges should apply via the Careers section of the Dayforce Employee Account.

Professional development opportunities and complimentary use of YMCA facilities.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA/employer M/F/D/V. Employment is subject to extensive background check.

• Pay Type: Hourly
• Min Hiring Rate: $28.64
• Max Hiring Rate: $35.00

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