Program Instructor, Sports - West Shore YMCA

Mitsubishi International Corporation; Ohio; On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Cleveland is seeking a program instructor to lead age-appropriate sports and branch activities, implementing program plans and supervising gym sessions and program sites. You will model YMCA values and maintain clean, hazard-free spaces while adhering to safety policies.

The role requires high school diploma, 1+ year experience in youth programming, CPR/First Aid within 90 days, and a commitment to safeguarding children. Collaboration with staff is essential to success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year's experience in programming/program growth (youth-oriented programming and sports).
• CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within 90 days of hire.
• Adhere to Blood borne Pathogen standards and attend annual training.

Responsibilities

• Plan activities in advance with proper materials and attire.
• Incorporate YMCA values into each lesson.
• Maintain class/participant attendance and skill records.
• Keep gym area clean and hazard-free; communicate and eliminate hazards.
• Plan and implement culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate activities aligned with YMCA values.
• Adhere to program safety and cleanliness standards.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Ensure all classes follow YMCA of Greater Cleveland standards and guidelines.
• Follow policies including medical, disciplinary, and child abuse prevention; emergencies.
• Maintain positive relations with patrons and staff; model relationship-building skills.

Skills

Class instruction

Customer service

Communication skills

Team player

Cultural sensitivity

Mission alignment

Diversity collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate's Degree

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The program instructor is responsible for providing age appropriate sports programs and branch activities. The program instructor is responsible for implementing program plans and supervising activities in the gym and at program sites. The program instructor will incorporate YMCA Character Development values into each lesson and reinforce the Y culture. The program instructor is responsible for the keeping the gym/program site clean and free from clutter, recognize potential hazards, communicate and eliminate hazards relative to program and program areas. Adheres to policies and responsibilities in the Child Abuse Prevention Plan. Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values. Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan all activities in advance, be prepared to be on time, with proper material, equipment, and in proper attire.
• Incorporate YMCA Character Development values into each lesson.
• Maintain class/participant attendance and student skill accomplishment records.
• Keep gym area clean, recognize potential hazards, communicate and eliminate hazards relative to program and program areas.
• Plan and implement program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
• Adhere to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Ensure all classes taught are in accordance with YMCA of Cleveland standards and guidelines.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Maintain positive relations with patrons and other staff. Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Responsible for following the child abuse and neglect reporting process including completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696-Kids) and notifying your immediate Supervisor, Branch Executive, Risk Management and Human Resources Department (s). All employees of the YMCA of Greater Cleveland are mandated reporters for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect.

Education

• High school diploma required, Associates Degree in related field preferred

Experience

• Minimum of one year's experience in programming/program growth. (Youth oriented Programming and Sports)

Certification(s)

• CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within 90 days of hire.
• Adhere to Blood borne Pathogen standards and attend annual training.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Program expertise to instruct / lead class(s), team(s) when assigned instruction is unavailable.
• Demonstrated strong customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated team player.
• Must be able to model the key attributes; Welcoming, Genuine, Hopeful, Nurturing and Determined
• Must show commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA and uphold its values and ethics
• Ability to work effectively work with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions