Flag Football Instructor (Park Slope Armory YMCA)

Pay

$20.00 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits

The YMCA of Greater New York offers retirement benefits, medical benefits, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more. Benefit eligibility depends on employment status, tenure, and scheduled hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide a fun, safe, and positive experience for all participants.
• Demonstrate strong service and hospitality with participants and parents/guardians.
• Create an all‑inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Teach progressive lessons and provide opportunities to demonstrate learned skills.
• Encourage lifetime participation in sports and physical activity.
• Embody the YMCA Core Values.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching children/teens Flag Football in a structured setting.
• Knowledge of youth development stages.
• Content expert in designated sports activity.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members of all ages.
• Current First Aid or CPR certifications.
• Must attend YMCA Coaching 101 Training within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Must receive the CDC HEADS UP Concussion in Youth Sports certificate within thirty (30) days of employment.

Essential Functions

• Work with the Supervisor to develop program objectives and goals for each session.
• Create age‑appropriate, progressive written lesson plans as needed.
• Provide supervision of participants in line with YMCA program standards and guidelines (e.g., ratio, attendance).
• Modify lesson plans and instructions to meet participant needs.
• Emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Teach rules, fundamentals, and enhance basic skills.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about child/teen progress and future session registration.
• Inform parents/guardians of additional YMCA opportunities.
• Ensure all equipment is age‑appropriate, safe, and in proper working condition, conducting monthly safety checks.
• Collaborate with the Supervisor on program promotion and recruitment efforts.
• Provide direction to volunteers or Sports Assistants when applicable.
• Understand branch emergency procedures and act appropriately in emergencies.
• Maintain cleanliness of the program space during activities.
• Report incidents to the Manager on Duty (MOD) as required.
• Participate in designated meetings, training sessions, and special events.