Bedford KidsFit Instructor

About the role

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Provides support, instruction and motivation for participants on sports and recreation programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead participant sports and recreation activities, monitor field and/or gym.
• May keep score and officiate for games.
• Communicate with parents of the children as a YMCA representative.
• Have a working knowledge of the program’s schedule, routine and rules.
• Responsible for group’s safety and first aid.
• Incorporate positive reinforcement and encourage teamwork with participants.
• Responsible for the cleanliness and upkeep of facility, property, supplies and equipment.
• Follow the pick-up and check out procedures for youth participants.
• Model YMCA values.
• Report suspected child abuse to supervisor.
• Report any illness or injury of a child or staff as required by YMCA policies.
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Values – Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.
• Communication – Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
• Relationships – Builds rapport and relates well to others.
• Quality Results – Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Decision Making – Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
• Emotional Maturity – Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16.
• High school graduate or equivalent (GED), or enrolled in High School.
• Certifications: ASHI Basic Life Support (ASHI CPR Pro), First Aid.
• Prefer 6 months to 1‑year experience and/or working knowledge of sports/recreation.
• Must exhibit maturity and show a general ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, school staff and YMCA staff.

Requirements

Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.