Sports Instructor - Ellicott City (Dancel)

Ymca Of Central Maryland, Inc.; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Central Maryland is seeking a Sports Instructor to lead assigned sports classes for participants from preschool to adult. Under the Regional Sports Director, you will deliver engaging lessons that align with the YMCA guidelines and ensure quality program outcomes.

Responsibilities include demonstrating techniques, adapting instruction to learners, maintaining attendance, and preparing/returning equipment. CPR/First Aid certification and strong customer service are required.

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification required or obtained within 90 days of hire
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all backgrounds
• Proficient computer skills and strong customer service abilities
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and families

Responsibilities

• Teach sports classes per YMCA guidelines and adapt to learner levels
• Prepare teaching area and equipment, and restore space after class
• Maintain accurate attendance records and track progression
• Follow curriculum to ensure required components and progression are met
• Engage individuals and groups to build skills and confidence

Skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Communication with children

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Regional Sports Director, the Sports Instructor teaches assigned sports classes in accordance with Association guidelines and standards to maintain program quality. The Sports Instructor is responsible for creating engaging learning opportunities within specific sports programs for participants ranging from preschool through adulthood

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Obtain CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days of hire.
• Demonstrate and clearly explain the basic skills and techniques of the sport being taught.
• Adapt instruction to meet the learning level and abilities of each class.
• Prepare the teaching area with all necessary equipment and return equipment to the appropriate storage area at the conclusion of each class.
• Work with individuals and groups within a class setting to help participants correct skills, build confidence, and progress in their abilities.
• Maintain accurate class attendance records.
• Follow designated curriculum and program guidelines to ensure required components are met and established standards for progression are followed.

Y Leadership Competencies:

Advancing Our Mission & Cause

Provide visionary leadership to the organization and to ensure that all resources are mobilized to adapt to new challenges and needs in the community

Building Relationships

Connect people to the Y’s cause by developing inclusive relationships, partnerships, and collaborations so that Ys can co-create solutions to pressing social needs

Leading Operations

Ensure relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of the organization so that we can continue to fulfill our promise to the community

Developing & Inspiring People

Support the holistic development of self and others so that everyone can embrace the Y’s cause, sustain the Y’s culture, and inspire others to take individual and collective action to further our impact

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma preferred, but not required.

EXPERIENCE

• Current CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certification (or O2 certification within 30 days of hire).
• Completion of new associate training, including Child Abuse Prevention training, before being scheduled to work.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability to communicate effectively, particularly when working with children.

SKILLS

• Proficient computer skills.
• Strong customer service skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to stand in one area for extended periods of time.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to ascend and descend steps.
• Occasional participation in outdoor activities.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Use hands, arms, and fingers to perform job duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively, including talking and hearing.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to sit and stand as needed.
• Regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in all YMCA environments, including:
  • Office spaces
  • Indoor and outdoor maintenance/mechanical areas
  • Fitness areas
  • Pool and pool deck areas
  • Camping areas
  • Unimproved outdoor locations
  • Other Y program areas

ACCOUNTABILITY

Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served, cause-driven measures, service satisfaction scores, operating results, and supervisor evaluation of assigned duties.

An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. The requirements may include a background check, drug test, driver’s license record, CPS, and/or criminal background check. Additional driver’s license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.