Karate Instructor

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is seeking a dedicated Part-time Coach I – Youth Sports in East Orange, NJ. You will lead practice sessions, teach the assigned sport(s) to youth, and model the YMCA’s core values daily.

You will work evenings and weekends as needed, ensuring safety and positive learning environments. A passion for youth development and sports, plus ability to communicate clearly with students and parents, are essential.

Qualifications

• Lead challenging and educational practice sessions.
• Instruct group in accordance with YMCA guidelines and rules of the game.
• Uphold, model, teach and put the four core values of the YMCA into action.

Responsibilities

• Maintain good relationships with students, parents and sports officials.
• Maintain professional appearance and report on time to all scheduled practices and games.
• Strive to develop leadership, initiative and good judgement in all athletes.
• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Skills

Coaching

Youth development

Team leadership

Job description

Job Type

Part-time

Description

COACH I – YOUTH SPORTS

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Coach – Youth Sports will lead in teaching the assigned sport(s). The Coach is responsible for ensuring the safety of the students enrolled in his/her sport, must be knowledgeable about all aspects of coaching multiple age groups and must encourage the highest standards of conduct and scholastic achievement among all athletes. This part-time role may require evening and weekend availability. Uphold, model, teach and put the four (4) core values of the YMCA into action in all activities - everyday: Caring Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead challenging and educational practice sessions.
• Instruct group in accordance with YMCA guidelines and rules of the game.
• Uphold, model, teach and put the four (4) core values of the YMCA into action in all activities - everyday: Caring Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

• Maintain good relationship with Students, parents and sports officials.
• Maintain professional appearance and report on time to all scheduled practices and

games.

• Strive to develop the qualities of leadership, initiative and good judgement in all athletes.
• Develop habits that promote good health and sound training rules.
• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill and encourage youth

development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

• Adhere to the directions given by the head coach and assist at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.