Lead Youth Indoor Football Instructor

Ymca Of Metro North; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The Demakes Family YMCA in Lynn, MA is seeking a Lead Youth Indoor Football Instructor to run instructional classes and leagues for ages 3-12. The right candidate will be energetic, relationship-driven and able to build confidence, sportsmanship, and teamwork.

Hours vary by season; afternoons, evenings and weekends are required. Responsibilities include planning clinics/leagues, teaching fundamentals, creating a safe environment, and communicating with families and supervisors.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 1-2+ years of experience leading and working with youth; playing/coaching/officiating football strongly preferred.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification within 90 days of hire, maintained thereafter.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills; ability to work nights/weekends.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus; football coaching or officiating certifications preferred.
• Child Abuse Prevention training (provided in week one) and CPR/First Aid certification (AFFA, ACE, ACSM, NASM, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead indoor football clinics and leagues per YMCA standards.
• Teach fundamentals and emphasize sportsmanship and teamwork.
• Recognize and build on each participant's strengths.
• Open and close each class with the YMCA pledge.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment; follow YMCA safety practices.
• Set up and break down equipment.
• Check in with the Welcome Center.
• Learn participants' names and build relationships with youth and families.
• Communicate attendance, incidents, and progress to supervisors.
• Model YMCA values; arrive on time and prepared.
• Attend bi-monthly staff meetings.
• Assist with events, tournaments, or substitute coaching coverage.

Skills

Youth coaching

Team leadership

Communication

Relationship building

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Job description

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Lead Youth Indoor Football Instructor

Lynn, MA, US

Salary Range: $16.00 To $19.00 Annually

POSITION SUMMARY

The Demakes Family YMCA is seeking an energetic, relationship-driven Lead Youth Indoor Football Instructor to lead instructional classes and leagues for ages 3-12. We're looking for someone with experience leading and working with youth who can build the whole child - confidence, sportsmanship, and teamwork - not just physical skill.

Note: Classes and programs run based on enrollment; hours and sessions offered will vary accordingly.

Schedule:

Varies by season, enrollment, and program needs. Afternoons, evenings, and weekends required.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and lead age-appropriate indoor football (flag football) clinics and leagues per YMCA standards, helping youth build skills progressively over time
• Teach fundamentals - throwing, catching, flag-pulling, route running, and basic positional play - while emphasizing sportsmanship and teamwork
• Help each participant feel successful by recognizing and building on their individual strengths
• Open and close each class with the YMCA pledge
• Create a safe, inclusive environment; follow YMCA safety and risk-management practices suited to indoor play
• Arrive early to set up, and stay after to break down and store footballs, flags, cones, and other equipment
• Check in with the Welcome Center upon arrival
• Learn participants' names and build genuine relationships with youth and their families
• Build positive relationships with participants, parents/guardians, and staff; communicate attendance, incidents, and progress to supervisors
• Model YMCA core values (Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility); arrive on time and prepared
• Attend bi-monthly staff meetings
• Assist with events, tournaments, or substitute coaching coverage as needed

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• 1-2+ years of experience leading and working with youth; playing/coaching/officiating football strongly preferred
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification within 90 days of hire, maintained thereafter
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills; ability to work nights/weekends
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus; football coaching or officiating certifications preferred
• Child Abuse Prevention training (provided in week one) and CPR/First Aid certification (AFFA, ACE, ACSM, NASM, or similar)