Sports Instructor

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries reflecting your技能

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness programs and mental health资源

Family gym membership

PTO and paid holidays

Flexible work hours

403(b) plan with company contributions

Continuous learning opportunities

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

Discounts on programs

Employee assistance programs

Company-sponsored events

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is seeking a Sports Instructor to provide leadership across age groups, promoting a high-energy, fun and positive environment for participants. You will plan and implement sports programs in line with YMCA goals and policies, ensuring safety and enjoyable experiences for all.

You will supervise youth and adults, coordinate activities, and work closely with parents and volunteers to deliver engaging programs while upholding the YMCA's values and safeguarding

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Prior experience in sports/specialty experience (e.g. playing, coaching).

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements sports programs in accordance with YMCA goals and policies.
• Coordinates activities that are culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate.
• Teach fundamentals of sports appropriate to participants’ age and skill level.
• Supervises groups to ensure health and safety and a positive experience.
• Communicates with parents/guardians and maintains positive relationships.
• Provides day-to-day guidance to staff and volunteers.
• Maintains fair, consistent discipline and ensures equipment is accounted for and maintained.

Skills

Leadership

Program planning

Supervision

Communication

Team coordination

Job description

The Sports Instructor will provide leadership to different age groups all while promoting a high-energy, fun and positive environment for program participants! You will be responsible for the planning of sports programs and supervision of different age groups in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA.

Pay is $18.00 per hour with opportunities to grow within the organization

Benefits

• Competitive salaries reflecting your skills and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees, plus wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays, with flexible work hours for work-life balance.
• 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service.
• Continuous learning opportunities through workshops and training programs.
• Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.

Scope Of Responsibilities

• Plans and implements sports/specialty programs in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA. Coordinates activities which are culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate
• Teach the fundamentals of sports/specialty program area by understanding program participant’s age/skill level
• Supervises a group of youth and/or adults to ensure their health and safety, and to provide a positive experience for each person
• Communicates with and maintains a positive relationship with parents/guardians
• Provides day-to-day guidance to staff and volunteers
• Maintain and promote a fair, consistent discipline code to all players
• Ensure all equipment and gear is account for and maintained, notifies supervisor of equipment issues
• Assists with development of special events and activities

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must have prior experience sports/specialty experience (i.e. Playing, Coaching, etc.)
• Comfortable working with multiple age groups

Child Abuse Prevention

- Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required