Sports Academy Trainer I

YMCA of Upper Palmetto; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Upper Palmetto is seeking a part-time youth sports program facilitator in Chicago. This role involves creating and implementing sports curriculum, fostering healthy communication with parents, and ensuring the safety of all participants. Candidates should have relevant coaching experience and required certifications to support active engagement in youth sports.

Qualifications

• Must have experience as NCAA Division 2 player/coach or similar.
• Strength and Conditioning certification required.
• CPR/First Aid certification provided by YMCA.

Responsibilities

• Create written programs for each session.
• Encourage participant enrollment in youth sports programs.
• Ensure daily equipment safety checks.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Safety Awareness

Education

Strength and Conditioning Certification (NASM, ACE or YMCA)

Job description

• Create written programs for each session
• Must be able to articulate own curriculum for teaching
• Build relationships with parents and create healthy communication about their child’s progress
• Encourage participants to sign up for upcoming sport seasons in the Y’s Youth Sports program
• Check equipment daily to ensure the safety of the athletes
• Communicate with Sports Director on needs and potential challenges in advance
• Part Time

Qualifications:

• Must provide proof
  • NCAA Division 2 player or coach
  • NAIA player or coach
  • Junior College player or coach

Requirements:

• NASM, ACE or YMCA provided Strength and Conditioning Certification
• CPR/First Aid ({provided by the YMCA)
• Physical Requirements; carrying, seeing, hearing, speaking, running, crouching, lifting (25lbs) and walking.