Flag Football Instructor (Park Slope Armory YMCA)

YMCA of the USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

The Park Slope Armory YMCA in Brooklyn is seeking a Flag Football Instructor to work with children and teens, promoting sport enjoyment while building physical skills, confidence, and a love of activity.

The role emphasizes safety, inclusivity, and YMCA core values, with duties including lesson planning, participant supervision, and parent communication. Certifications in First Aid/CPR and concussion awareness are required within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience teaching flag football to children/teens.
• Current First Aid or CPR certifications are required.
• CDC HEADS UP Concussion certificate within 30 days of employment.
• Must attend YMCA Coaching 101 Training within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, fun learning environment for participants.
• Develop progressive flag football lessons and demonstrate skills.
• Maintain equipment safety checks and program space cleanliness.
• Communicate progress with parents/guardians and promote next sessions.
• Coordinate with Supervisor on goals and recruitment efforts.

Skills

Teaching youth

Communication

Sports instruction

Youth development knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Park Slope Armory YMCA is seeking a Flag Football Instructor.

Job Description

The Park Slope Armory YMCA is seeking a Flag Football Instructor who will be responsible for working with children/teens to promote the enjoyment of sports activities while improving physical competence, developing confidence, and teaching basic skill development. The overall major functions of the Flag Football Instructor also include:

• Provide a fun, safe, and positive experience for all participants.
• Demonstrate strong service and hospitality with all constituents, including, but not limited to, program participants and parents/guardians.
• Create an all-inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Teach progressive lessons and provide opportunities to demonstrate learned skills.
• Encourage a lifetime participation in sports and physical activity.
• Embody the YMCA Core Values.

Salary

• $20.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Benefits

• including retirement benefits, medical benefits, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more!
• Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching children/teens Flag Football in a structured setting.
• Knowledge of youth development stages.
• Content expert in designated sports activity.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members of all ages.
• Current First Aid or CPR certifications.
• Must attend the YMCA Coaching 101 Training within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Must receive the CDC HEADS UP Concussion in Youth Sports certificate within thirty (30) days of employment.

Essential Functions

• Work with the Supervisor to develop program objectives and goals for each session.
• Create a written lesson plan for the program session that is age-appropriate and progressive, as needed.
• Provide supervision of the participants in line with YMCA program standards and guidelines (e.g., ratio, attendance, etc.).
• Be able to modify lesson plans and instructions to meet the needs of the participants.
• Emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Teach rules and fundamentals and enhance basic skills.
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding the progress of their child/teen and registration for the next session.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about additional YMCA opportunities that can benefit them or their child/teen.
• Ensure that all equipment is age-appropriate, safe, and in proper working condition. This includes conducting monthly equipment safety checks.
• Work with the Supervisor to develop and lead program promotion and recruitment efforts.
• When applicable, provide direction to volunteers or Sports Assistants who support the program.
• Have a thorough understanding of branch emergency procedures and take appropriate actions in emergencies.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the program space during all activities.
• Inform the Manager on Duty (MOD) regarding any incident reports that need to be filled out.
• Actively participate in designated meetings, training sessions, and special events.