Martial Arts Coach for Youth Skill Development

YMCA of Metro Atlanta; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking a Sports Specialty Instructor to implement sport-specific training and skill development under the direction of the Sports Director(s). You will help beginners learn rules and techniques while assisting experienced athletes to sharpen their skills.

Responsibilities include delivering sport instruction, supporting events, maintaining relationships with schools and communities, and ensuring participant safety and program goals.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have 2+ years of coaching or instructing experience OR 2+ years competitive experience at the college level or equivalent in the sport.
• Must currently hold or be able to acquire any required certification for sport.
• Knowledge of how to instruct the sport including the rules and technique.
• Ability to motivate, coach, and lead participants.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Criminal background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in sports activities.
• Participate in special events and activities related to their sport.
• Maintain effective relationships with schools, parents, participants, and other groups.
• Create an environment that provides various activities and instruction to support program goals.
• Answer inquiries from participants, parents, volunteers, or other stakeholders and provide timely information.
• Attend staff meetings and approved training as required.
• Conduct assessments of program participants.

Skills

Coaching

Instruction

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First Aid

Safe Sport

CDC Heads Up Concussion

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking a Sports Specialty Instructor to implement sport-specific training and skill development under the direction of the Sports Director(s). You will help beginners learn rules and techniques while assisting experienced athletes to sharpen their skills.

Responsibilities include delivering sport instruction, supporting events, maintaining relationships with schools and communities, and ensuring participant safety and program goals.