Youth Sports Specialty Coach

YMCA SAN ANTONIO; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA SAN ANTONIO is seeking a Specialty sports coach to oversee activities, practices, and clinics within the sports program at our San Antonio location. The role involves coaching sessions, attendance tracking, and coordinating with staff to deliver engaging youth sports experiences.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of coaching experience, CPR/First Aid/AED certification, and YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• At least 18 years of age.
• 1–3 years of coaching experience.
• YMCA approved basic life saving certifications within 60 days of hire (CPR, First Aid, AED, Emergency Oxygen).
• YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent.
• Must maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.

Responsibilities

• Provides one on one or group coaching sessions.
• Tracks attendance sheets.
• Keeps courts/fields clear and stores equipment properly.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Maintains a professional attitude at all times.
• Reports needed equipment repairs to Sports Director.
• Enforces all facility rules and secures substitutes as necessary.
• Provides direct teaching leadership in a team teaching setting.
• Communicates child progress to parents.
• Follows all sports program curriculums and YMCA policies.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Leadership

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or GED

YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent

CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen certifications

Job description

Various Sports Fields/Branches
San Antonio, TX, USA

• On-site
• Pay or shift range: $15 USD to $20 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Sports
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: BASEB004284

Description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Specialty sports coach oversees the activities, practices, and clinics of the sports program as assigned.

OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we stride to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides one on one or group coaching sessions.
• Tracks daily attendance sheets.
• Keeps the courts or fields clear of equipment and puts equipment in proper storage place.
• Attends all staff meetings and training sessions when scheduled.
• Maintains a professional attitude at all times.
• Reports needed equipment repairs to Sports Director.
• Enforces all facility rules.
• Secures substitutes as necessary.
• Provides direct teaching leadership in a team teaching situation.
• Shares responsibility in interpreting and communicating child’s progress to parents.
• Follows all sports program curriculums.
• Follows all YMCA of Greater San Antonio policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Communication & Influence
• Engaging Community

QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS Diploma or GED is required.
• At least 18 years of age.
• One to three years’ experience as a coach
• Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: YMCA approved basic life saving skills such as CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen Certifications
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed in an outdoor and indoor recreation environment.
• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper techniques.
• Visual acuity is necessary.
• Ability to respond properly to medical emergency is necessary.
• Job requires high levels of alertness and concentration.

Experience

Required

1 year: Coaching Experience

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