Ninja Coach - Youth Ninja & Fitness Leader (Part-Time)

Crossroads YMCA; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 11,649 - 16,591; Part time

Job summary

Crossroads YMCA in Gary, IN is seeking a Part-Time Ninja Coach to lead energetic NinjaZone classes for youth, providing safe, high-energy instruction and positive guidance.

You will cooperate with families, plan age-appropriate lessons, maintain attendance, ensure safety, and promote YMCA programs during sessions and events, including evenings and weekends. CPR/First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 required.
• 12 months experience in gymnastics/karate/taekwondo or similar training, with prior teaching experience preferred.
• Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED & First Aid and New Leader Orientation.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to relate and communicate effectively to diverse groups.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
• Passion for learning, working with youth/families, and the sport in general.

Responsibilities

• Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational ninja classes to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Provides appropriate supervision at all times.
• Helps create class lesson plans specific to the class being taught that allow participants to progress their skills in accordance with their ages and abilities, modifying as needed to meet the needs of participants.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants and parents, helping them connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Models welcoming, connecting, motivating and affirming behaviors.
• Treats participants fairly and equally, allowing them to feel good and confident about themselves and their progress.
• Builds excitement for the sport of ninja and delivers high energy classes every week.
• Celebrates achievement of program participants related to program or personal goals, mastering specific skills or improving overall health and well-being.
• Communicates progress with parents/guardians as appropriate.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records, aiming for continual retention and growth. Obtain roster of paid participants at the beginning of session and inform supervisor of any discrepancies.
• Ensures completion of daily equipment checks and completes daily cleaning tasks.
• Obtains and maintains required certifications, completes mandatory staff training and participates in required staff meetings. Participates in special events as assigned.
• Supports mission, vision and direction of the Crossroads YMCA. Actively promotes all YMCA programs and activities and supports YMCA campaign initiatives. Be knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA annual support campaign.
• Accept additional assignments as deemed appropriate, within the scope of the job description.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Diversity awareness

Education

CPR/AED & First Aid Certification

New Leader Orientation

Job description

Crossroads YMCA in Gary, IN is seeking a Part-Time Ninja Coach to lead energetic NinjaZone classes for youth, providing safe, high-energy instruction and positive guidance.

You will cooperate with families, plan age-appropriate lessons, maintain attendance, ensure safety, and promote YMCA programs during sessions and events, including evenings and weekends. CPR/First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire.