Youth Sports Instructor (WAD)

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Wadsworth (OH); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The YMCA is seeking part-time non-exempt staff to assist with youth sports programs at our Wadsworth site. The role requires professionalism, reliable attendance, and the ability to model positive behavior for children and families.

Responsibilities include supervising activities, maintaining records, and supporting program directors with events and campaigns as needed. Training and a YMCA membership may be provided.

Qualifications

• Must maintain professional appearance, strong communication, organization and administrative skills.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Must believe in YMCA’s philosophy and mission and willing to teach, model and implement character development values.
• Must be flexible and maintain positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instructing and teaching youth sports programs.
• Comply with all guidelines and requirements.
• Have knowledge of emergency procedures for safety of the children and record as required.
• May monitor childcare payments, attendance records, and sign in/out sheets.
• Develop and maintain relationships with schools and community organizations.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Administrative skills

Job description

• Location 623 School Dr,Wadsworth, OH, 44281,United States
• Base Pay $11.00 - $11.00 / Hour
• Other Compensation *Free YMCA membership
• Job Category Sports
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt

Contact information

• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

(The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer)

Essential Functions:

• Assist with instructing and teaching youth sports programs
• Comply with all guidelines and requirements
• Have complete knowledge of emergency procedures appropriate for the site to ensure the safety of the children and record as required
• May be responsible for monitoring childcare payments, attendance records, and sign in/out sheets
• Develop and maintain relationships with school district administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs
• Must provide updated registration information to Program Director
• Ensure quality control standards and participants safety
• Treat all children, parents and staff with dignity and respect
• Interact with the children and provide positive role model during all activities
• Be dependable, punctual and organized
• Be responsible for the appearance and cleanliness of the learning environment of the site
• Attend all staff meetings, training sessions, workshops and conferences as requested or required
• Understand the need for and play an active role in the Annual Campaign & UW Campaigns
• Take the initiative to do what needs to be done
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance
• All other duties as assigned
• Mission Advancement : Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Operational Effectiveness : Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high- value experience for members.
• Personal Growth : Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with children preferred
• Must maintain professional appearance, strong communication, organization and administrative skills
• Must believe in YMCA’s philosophy and mission and willing to teach, model and implement character development values
• Must be flexible and maintain positive attitude

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Performance Objectives:

This position can and should positively affect the physical, mental, social and emotional development of the YMCA participant. The counselor will successfully fulfill his/her job description by meeting or exceeding the childcare and youth development programs. Participants should always have a positive and enjoyable experience at the YMCA.