Youth Sports Instructor

YMCA of Youngstown; Boardman Township (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Youngstown seeks an energetic youth sports instructor to coach beginner to intermediate players across flag football, basketball, soccer, and more. You will guide skill development, safety, and sportsmanship while ensuring a fun, inclusive environment for children.

The role emphasizes leading practices and games, managing equipment, and communicating with families. CPR/First Aid and child abuse prevention training are required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have coaching or playing experience.
• Desire to work with youth and teens; enthusiasm and commitment to fair play.
• Good organizational skills and strong character/ethics.
• CPR/First Aid/AED within 30 days of hire; Child Abuse Prevention training before first shift.

Responsibilities

• Coach assigned group emphasizing skill development, safety, fair play, sportsmanship, and fun.
• Preside over team practices and games; manage equipment.
• Ensure equal playing time for all players and foster team unity.
• Maintain positive relationships with parents, children and staff; attend staff meetings.

Skills

Coaching

Youth development

Safety awareness

Communication with parents

Job description

Reports to Youth/Teen & Sports Director

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Instructors teach beginner/intermediate level in most/all the following sports: flag football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, softball/t-ball, and youth fitness. To provide an enjoyable and safe sporting experience for an assigned group of youth while they learn individual and team game skills, sportsmanship, and fair play.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Coach an assigned group of children emphasizing skill development, safety, fair play, sportsmanship, and fun.
2. Preside over team activities including all scheduled team practices and games.
3. Be responsible for team equipment.
4. Ensure equal playing time for all your players regardless of the score.
5. Work to establish and improve team unity and spirit.
6. Adhere to YMCA policies, objectives, and rules. Lead by example among team parents to support the responsibilities of the referee and league leadership.
7. Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
8. Attends staff meetings and trainings.
9. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
10. Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age and
• one year of coaching or played sports team for 3-4 years.
• A desire to work with youth and teens.
• Exude enthusiasm and positive spirit with a commitment to equal play.
• Good organizational skills.
• Recognized by others of sound character and strong moral values and personal ethics.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 30 days of hire date. Child Abuse Prevention training to be completed prior to first shift.
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.