Recreational Instructor

Keeneymca; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 17,908 - 26,174; Part time

Job summary

KEENE FAMILY YMCA in Keene, NH is seeking a part-time Recreational Instructor to support and instruct YMCA programs across Gymnastics, Ninja, Fitness, PE, Teens, Adults, Aquatics, Climbing Wall and Pickleball. You will build positive relationships, deliver safe, engaging activities, follow YMCA policies, and help grow youth development and healthy living in a welcoming environment.

This role reports to the Recreation Coordinator and requires 1–2 years of prior experience; 5+ years preferred;

Qualifications

• Must be able to implement oral and written instructions.
• 1–2 years of experience in recreational or educational setting.
• 5+ years of experience in recreational, educational setting or coaching preferred.
• Knowledge of program management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Builds personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests.
• Supports development, leadership, and instruction of educational classes and programs.
• Helps set up new program activities and expand programs in youth and adult sports.
• Answer questions from members to support healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility.
• Conveys program information, surveys, and annual campaigns to participants.
• Follows YMCA emergency and safety procedures.
• Upholds YMCA policies, procedures, standards, and code of conduct.
• Projects a positive, enthusiastic, and professional image on the job.
• Fulfills other functions designated by YMCA Administration.

Skills

Program management knowledge

1–2 years experience

5+ years preferred

Job description

Description

KEENE FAMILY YMCA JOB Description

Job Title: Recreational Instructor Pay Grade: 2

FLSA Status: Part Time-Non-Exempt Pay Range: $12.82-$16.02-$19.23

Reports to: Recreation Coordinator Revision Date: 3.10.2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

Supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Builds members and the community’s understanding of the YMCA’s impact.

This position helps in developing, supporting and instruction of Y programs in a variety of program areas at the YMCA in a safe, enjoyable, culturally aware, and positive environment that promotes youth development, social responsibility, and healthy living, following YMCA policies and procedures. Program areas may include Gymnastics, Ninja, Fitness, PE, Teens, Adults, Aquatics, Climbing Wall, and Pickleball.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: We support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: more than anything else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Builds personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests. While exemplifying Y’s commitment to the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility and responding to all member and community inquiries promptly.
2. Supports the development, leadership, and instruction of educational classes and programs that are engaging, fun, culturally inclusive, and safe, following the direction of the supervisor to advance the YMCA’s mission and goals.
3. Helps to set up new program activities and expand programs in youth and adult sports with a focus on youth development and healthy living following strategic operating plans.
4. Answer questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility.
5. Convey program information, surveys, and annual campaigns to participants.
6. Follow all YMCA emergency and safety procedures.
7. Upholds all YMCA policies, procedures, standards, and code of conduct.
8. Project a positive, enthusiastic, and professional image on the job.
9. Fulfills any other functions designated by the YMCA Administration.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be able to implement oral and written instructions.
2. 1-2 years of earlier experience working with all ages in a recreational or educational setting.
3. 5+ years of working with all ages in a recreational, educational setting or coaching is preferred.
4. Knowledge of program management. Ie. Sports Leagues are preferred.