Specialty Sports Instructor - Volleyball

YMCA of Metro Atlanta; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a renowned non-profit organization dedicated to youth development and community-building. As a Specialty Sports Instructor for Volleyball, you will play a pivotal role in teaching and inspiring young athletes. Your responsibilities will include providing sport-specific training, fostering a positive learning environment, and engaging with participants and their families. This part-time role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of children while being part of a mission-driven organization that values caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. If you have a passion for sports and coaching, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Professional Development Opportunities

Health and Wellness Programs

Retirement Savings Plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years of coaching or competitive experience in volleyball.
• Must hold required sports certifications including CPR/First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in volleyball and maintain participant relationships.
• Conduct assessments and participate in events related to the sport.

Skills

Coaching

Sports Instruction

Interpersonal Communication

Conflict Management

Customer Service

Motivational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in CPR/First Aid

Safe Sport Certification

CDC Heads Up Concussion Course

Job description

Specialty Sports Instructor - Volleyball

Location: Norcross, GA - Robert D. Fowler Family YMCA

Time Type: Part time

Posted on: 11 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: R0010428

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential.

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 Sports Specialty 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 assist experienced athletes in sharpening their skills.

This position must perform duties in accordance with the policies, goals, mission, values, and objectives established by the Metropolitan Atlanta YMCA. Emphasis will be placed on member service, program knowledge, member/staff safety, and communication with members and staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to)

• 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 provides various activities and instruction to support program goals.
• Answer inquiries from participants, parents, volunteers, or other stakeholders and provide information or seek the answers in a timely manner.
• Attend staff meetings and approved training as required.
• Conduct assessments of program participants.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Must have 2+ years of experience in coaching or instructing OR 2+ years of competitive experience at the college level or equivalent in the sport.
• Must currently hold or be able to acquire any required certification for the sport.
• Knowledge of how to instruct the sport including the rules and techniques.
• Ability to motivate, coach, and lead participants.
• High degree of interpersonal communication, conflict management, and customer service skills to tactfully enforce all rules and regulations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with participants, parents, volunteers, and staff.
• Required certifications: Safe Sport and CDC Heads Up Concussion course online; must obtain any other certifications including CPR/First Aid required for the position within 30 days of hire date.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• 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 package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.

Employment Requirement:

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, and motor vehicle record (MVR) according to company policy.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for a diverse mix of people who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

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.