Soccer & Youth Sports Instructor — Part-Time, Free YMCA Membership

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The Prospect Park YMCA is seeking a Soccer Sports Instructor to work with children and teens, promoting the enjoyment of sports activities while improving physical competence, confidence, and basic skill development.

Responsibilities include developing age-appropriate lesson plans, supervising participants, ensuring safety, and communicating with parents about progress and future sessions, while embodying YMCA core values and LEAP framework.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of experience teaching children/teens sports.
• Knowledge of youth development stages.
• Content expert in designated sports activity.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members of all ages.
• Current First Aid or CPR certifications.
• Must attend the YMCA Coaching 101 Training within ninety days of employment.
• Must receive the CDC HEADS UP Concussion in Youth Sports certificate within thirty days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Supervisor to develop program objectives and goals for each session.
• Create a written lesson plan for the program session that is age-appropriate and progressive.
• Provide supervision of the participants in line with YMCA program standards and guidelines.
• Be able to modify lesson plans and instructions to meet the needs of the participants.
• Emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Teach rules and fundamentals and enhance basic skills.
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding progress and registration for the next session.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about additional YMCA opportunities.
• Ensure equipment is age-appropriate, safe, and in proper working condition (monthly safety checks).
• Lead program promotion and recruitment efforts with Supervisor.
• Provide direction to volunteers or Sports Assistants when applicable.
• Know branch emergency procedures and take appropriate actions in emergencies.
• Ensure cleanliness of the program space during activities.
• Inform MOD of incident reports needing filing.
• Participate in meetings, training sessions, and special events.

Skills

First Aid/CPR certified

Youth sports instruction

Communication with all ages

Program planning

Safety & equipment management

Coaching 101 training

CDC HEADS UP concussion

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Prospect Park YMCA is seeking a Soccer Sports Instructor to work with children and teens, promoting the enjoyment of sports activities while improving physical competence, confidence, and basic skill development.

Responsibilities include developing age-appropriate lesson plans, supervising participants, ensuring safety, and communicating with parents about progress and future sessions, while embodying YMCA core values and LEAP framework.