Sports Instructor - Towson (Orokawa)

Ymca Of Central Maryland, Inc.; Towson (MD); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Ymca Of Central Maryland, Inc. is seeking a Sports Instructor to teach assigned sports classes under the Regional Sports Director. The role focuses on engaging learners from preschool through adulthood and upholding association guidelines.

The ideal candidate will have CPR/First Aid certification, a safety mindset, and the ability to adapt instruction to diverse groups while maintaining program quality.

This position requires strong communication and teamwork within YMCA environments.

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification required; O2 certification within 30 days.
• New associate training including Child Abuse Prevention completed before being scheduled to work.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability to communicate effectively, particularly with children.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned sports classes per guidelines to maintain quality.
• Prepare teaching area and equipment for each class.
• Work with individuals and groups to help participants correct skills and progress.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Strong customer service skills

Education

High School Diploma preferred, but not required

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

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 lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to ascend and descend steps.
• Occasional participation in outdoor activities

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.