Specialty Sports Instructor - Dance

YMCA of Metro Atlanta; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Job summary

YMCA of Metro Atlanta is looking for a Sports Specialty Instructor to implement sports training and skill development. Responsible for teaching basic techniques and rules while supporting program goals and member service.

The ideal candidate will have coaching experience, effective communication skills, and required certifications like CPR/First Aid. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and requires background checks prior to employment.

Qualifications

• Be 21 years or older and possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Have at least 2 years of experience coaching or at least 2 years of competitive experience at the college level.
• Hold certifications such as Safe Sport and CPR/First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in sports activities.
• Participate in special events related to their sport.
• Maintain relationships with schools and participants.

Skills

Coaching

Interpersonal communication

Conflict management

Customer service

Motivating participants

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

NATURE AND SCOPE

Under the direction of the Sports Director(s), the Sports Specialty Instructor is responsible for implementing sport-specific training and skill development. The instructor demonstrates and explains the skills and rules of sports to individuals or groups. They help beginners learn basic rules, stances, grips, movements, and techniques of a game and help experienced athletes sharpen their skills. This position performs duties in accordance with the policies, goals, mission, values, and objectives established by the Metropolitan Atlanta YMCA, Branch Strategic Plan, Safety Protocols, and Member Services Guidelines and Non-negotiables. Emphasis is placed on member service, program knowledge, member/staff safety, and communication with members and staff.

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 supports program goals.
• Answer inquiries from participants, parents, volunteers, or other stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Attend staff meetings and approved training as required.
• Conduct assessments of program participants.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Be 21 years or older and possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Have at least 2 years of experience coaching or instructing, or at least 2 years of competitive experience at the college level or equivalent in the sport.
• Currently hold or be able to acquire any required certification for the sport.
• Knowledge of how to instruct the sport, including the rules and technique.
• Ability to motivate, coach, and lead participants.
• High degree of interpersonal communication, conflict management, and customer service skills.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with participants, parents, volunteers, and staff.
• Required certifications: Safe Sport and CDC Heads Up Concussion course online; CPR/First Aid; and any other certifications within 30 days of hire.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Pass a criminal background check.

ERGONOMIC REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk, run, sit, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift up to 60 pounds.

EMPLOYMENT AND BENEFITS

The employment and benefits package is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc. The position requires a successful pre-employment background check, drug screening, motor vehicle record check, and reference check. The YMCA offers a comprehensive benefits package and career development opportunities.

EEO STATEMENT

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

LOCATION

Carl E. Sanders Family YMCA