About this role
The YMCA is searching for a sports instructor to lead a group of children ages 3 to 14 instructing sports classes. Classes are on weekday afternoons and weekend mornings. Candidate must possess excellent child/parent communication skills, expertise in a variety of sports and the ability to work independently. POSITION SUMMARY : This position develops, organizes and implements the following YMCA programs: youth, teen and adult sports, preschool enrichment classes. This position reports to the Youth and Enrichment Director. Essential Functions: 1. Directs and supervises program activities to meet YMCA objectives. Establishes new program activities and expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. 2. Recruits, trains, and directs personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. 3. Works with Youth and Families Director to ensure proper maintenance of gymnasium, and all related equipment. 4. Ensures the development of a sports program schedule seasonally with season sports calendar reflecting in age-appropriate activities & leagues for children. 5. Works to expand our Youth Development Initiative to serve pre-teens and teens and manage Teen Space for maximum usage. Works with Youth & Enrichment Director to ensure this function is met. 6. Markets and distributes program information to YMCA members and the community. 7. Develops, coordinates and implements innovative programming for ages beginning at 2 to adult. 8. To be seen as a leader for our Y by engaging with families, children and other Y employees. Direct service with delivering of classes is an essential function. 9. Assists in YMCA fund raising activities and special events. 10. Responds to all member and community inquiries and requests in a timely manner. 11. Assists with program committee meetings where appropriate. 12. Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program. 13. Assumes a fair share of responsibilities of the administration of the branch, including nights and weekends. Weekend involvement and supervision is a must. PHYSICAL DEMANDS : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.