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An established community organization seeks a dynamic Sports & Recreation Instructor to lead engaging activities for young athletes. In this role, you will plan and execute programs that foster skill development in a supportive environment. You will collaborate with fellow staff to ensure a safe and welcoming atmosphere for all participants. If you have a passion for sports and community service, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact while developing your skills in a vibrant setting.
Under the guidance of the Sports & Recreation Director, this position is primarily responsible for planning, executing, and interacting with members and non-members during daily activities for various age groups throughout the Field House and/or outdoor fields. This position will lead the Sports Mania class. Sports Mania is a class where young athletes explore a variety of sports. Participants play a variety of sports, games, and activities where they will further develop as young athletes. The Sports Mania Instructor is to provide a safe environment for all participants and members while ensuring superior member service. The Youth Soccer Instructor will also assist with Youth Soccer class supervision, organization, communications and the execution of Sport & Recreation policies and procedures.
CORE EXPECTATIONS:
PROGRAM EXECUTION
The Sports and Recreation Instructor is to develop plan and execute activities and programs in the Sport & Recreation department. The Sport & Recreation Instructor is to be actively engaged and supervise children/participants, focusing on their safety, needs and enrichment. They are to provide positive member service and abide by all policies and rules of the South Shore YMCA
STAFF ENGAGEMENT AND TEAMWORK
Work with fellow YMCA staff members and treat them with respect. Perform other tasks and /or duties deemed necessary by the Sport & Rec Director and/or Assistant Director. Monitor and communicate with supervisor all staff related issues and concerns. Attending all staff meetings, maintaining and update when required proper certifications.
MEMBER ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT
Providewelcoming member service. Interact with members in a friendly, engaging and professional manner. Respond to inquiries and solve problems. Creates a supportive community environment, assists in recruiting and engaging new families, and connects families to the YMCA’s cause. Educate members of all policies and procedures of the YMCA. Be familiar with all information and answer questions about programs, schedules, and policies of the Sports & Recreation department. Ensure that the South Shore YMCA Child Protection Policies are fulfilled.
FACILITY MANAGEMENT
Assist in providing an area that is clean, safe and well maintained. Ensure that all equipment is in good working order and communicate to management any deficiencies in quantity and or quality of all equipment.
VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT
Support volunteers and their daily functions.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT & SUPPORT
Assists in YMCA fund raising activities/events and engages in collaborative relationships with community organizations in order to strengthen support and build community.
YMCA COMPETENCIES - LEADER
Mission and Community Oriented – Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Work effectively with people of all backgrounds and levels. Willingness to serve and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build supportive relationships with them.
People Oriented – Remains calm in challenging situations and seeks to understand the underlying cause. Speaks and writes effectively. Develops rapport, relates well and takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Results Oriented – Discovers ideas to create and deliver a high-value member experience. Makes sound judgments, establishes goals, plans work, supports fundraising, and adheres to budgeting procedures
Personal Development – Recognizes personal strengths and limitations, pursues self-development and demonstrates flexibility.
Must be at least 16 years of age
Experience working with children is preferred
Knowledge/experience with soccer
Soccer Certifications Preferred
CPR/AED & First Aid Certifications
The ability to develop positive, effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, members, community leaders and other agencies is critical to this position. Effective teaching skills, the ability to deliver excellent member service, and a high level of enthusiasm are required.
Excellent communication skills and demonstrated poise and professionalism when addressing concerns and interacting with people.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, swim and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch.