Instructor - Downtown- YMCA

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Branch Membership

Job summary

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital is seeking a part-time Martial Arts Instructor to join our community program. Under the supervision of the Group Exercise Coordinator, you will supervise activities, ensure safety, and deliver engaging, age-appropriate fitness programming for children and teens.

Responsibilities include planning daily lessons, maintaining equipment and records, and fostering positive relationships with participants, parents, staff and volunteers while modeling YMCA values.

Qualifications

• High school education / GED required.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Previous experience with children preferred.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate fitness activities.
• Experience with diverse populations and building positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operation of assigned program areas and staff.
• Ensure health, safety and proper records for pediatric referrals.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of program site and equipment.
• Develop and implement daily lesson plans for activities.
• Maintain positive relationships with parents, YMCA personnel, participants and volunteers.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in trainings.

Skills

Plan and organize fitness activities

Diversity awareness and relationship

Education

High school education / GED

Job description

• Base Pay $20.00 / Hour
• Other Compensation Free YMCA Branch Membership
• Job Category SPORTS
• Employee Type Part-Time - Under 30 Hrs
• Required Degree High school

If you are a person who wants more than just a job, who wants your efforts to have an impact on your community and who wants to work in a welcoming and positive environment, then you are someone we’d like to work with us. Join us!

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Group Exercise Coordinator and in cooperation with other YMCA staff, the Martial Arts Instructor will be directly responsible for the safety, supervision, programming and involvement with program participants.

Essential Functions:

• Supervise all aspects of the daily operation of assigned program areas and staff.
• Ensure all guidelines, records, and reports for the pediatric Medical Referral Program are followed in the proper timeframes.
• Ensure the health and safety of each participant and maintain a safe and clean program site.
• Responsible for upkeep of all program equipment and the facilities used during program time.
• Be a positive influence and role model in the lives of participants.
• Accept the goals and objectives of the YMCA and work to achieve them.
• Take part in all training or in-service activities to develop proficiencies required performing job responsibilities.
• Attend staff meetings
• Responsible for developing lesson plans and implementing them on a daily basis.
• Maintain positive relationships, open communication with parents, YMCA personnel, participants, administration and volunteers.
• Maintain a positive reinforcement coaching style.

NOTE: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Values: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.

Relationships: Builds rapport and relates well to others.

Communication: Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.

Quality Results: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Self-Development: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.

Functional Expertise: Has the functional expertise and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Qualifications:

• High school education / GED
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate fitness activities.
• Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

Physical Demands:

Walking, Standing, Sitting, Vision, Stooping, Kneeling, Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.