Sports Instructor (Ridgewood YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

YMCA of Greater New York is hiring a Part-Time Sports Instructor at Ridgewood YMCA to work with children and teens, focusing on sports enjoyment and skill development. You will create lesson plans, supervise participants, and emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in teaching sports to youth, and relevant certifications. Benefits include retirement and medical options, paid time off, and free YMCA membership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience working with children or teens in sports.
• Knowledge of youth development stages.
• Must attend YMCA Coaching 101 Training within 90 days.
• Must receive CDC HEADS UP Concussion certificate within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Develop program objectives with Supervisor.
• Create age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Supervise participants per YMCA standards.
• Modify lesson plans to meet participant needs.
• Teach sports rules and fundamentals.

Skills

Teaching children sports

Communication

Knowledge of youth development

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Part-Time / Regular

$22.00 Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers. The Ridgewood YMCA seeks a Sports Instructor who will work with children and teens to promote enjoyment of sports activities, improve physical competence, develop confidence, and teach basic skill development.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Supervisor to develop program objectives and goals for each session.
• Create a written lesson plan for the program session that is age‑appropriate and progressive, as needed.
• Provide supervision of the participants in line with YMCA program standards and guidelines (e.g., ratio, attendance, etc.).
• Modify lesson plans and instructions to meet the needs of the participants.
• Emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Teach rules and fundamentals and enhance basic skills.
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding the progress of their child/teen and registration for the next session.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about additional YMCA opportunities that can benefit them or their child/teen.
• Ensure that all equipment is age‑appropriate, safe, and in proper working condition. This includes conducting monthly equipment safety checks.
• Work with the Supervisor to develop and lead program promotion and recruitment efforts.
• Provide direction to volunteers or Sports Assistants who support the program, when applicable.
• Have a thorough understanding of branch emergency procedures and take appropriate actions in emergencies.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the program space during all activities.
• Inform the Manager on Duty regarding any incident reports that need to be filled out.
• Actively participate in designated meetings, training sessions, and special events.

Desired Skills & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching children or teens sports in a structured setting.
• Knowledge of youth development stages.
• Content expert in designated sports activity.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members of all ages.
• Current First Aid or CPR certifications.
• Must attend the YMCA Coaching 101 Training within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Must receive the CDC HEADS UP Concussion in Youth Sports certificate within thirty (30) days of employment.

Benefits

The YMCA of Greater New York offers retirement benefits, medical benefits, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more. Benefit eligibility is determined by employment status and hours scheduled.

Job Details

Job ID: req3092

Employment Type: Part-Time / Regular

Location: Ridgewood YMCA, Queens, NY

Equal Opportunity

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / DRUGFREE WORKPLACE

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