Archery Instructor - Catonsville

About the role

The Archery Instructor position at the Y in Central Maryland is an integral part of our mission to promote individual and community well-being through archery education and safety.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and teaches fundamental archery skills including stance, aiming, shooting technique, and range safety.
• Ensures all participants understand and follow archery range safety procedures at all times.
• Prepares the archery range and teaching area with appropriate equipment before classes and ensures all equipment is properly stored after use.
• Maintains archery equipment including bows, arrows, targets, and range materials to ensure safe operation.
• Works with individuals and groups within a class structure to correct technique, improve confidence, and support skill progression.
• Adapts instruction to the learning level and experience of each class or participant group.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records and communicates with program leadership as needed.
• Follows the designated YMCA curriculum and program guidelines to ensure consistent program quality and progression.

Qualifications

• USA Archery Level 1 Instructor certification or higher (or equivalent certification).
• Strong knowledge of archery range operations and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to effectively teach archery fundamentals to participants of varying ages and skill levels.

Skills

• Passion for archery and a commitment to teaching and promoting safety.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to diverse learning environments and participant needs.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules.
• Competitive pay.
• Generous paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Dependent care FSA.
• A generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Training and development programs aligned with the Y mission.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the program and participants.