Sports Instructor

About the role

This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up, and break down sports equipment, uniforms, and program areas.
• Lead youth sports practices, clinics, leagues, and specialty programs.
• Provide instruction emphasizing skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun.
• Ensure participants follow YMCA rules and safety expectations.
• Assist with game management, scorekeeping, and officiating as assigned.
• Communicate professionally with members, parents, coaches, and staff.
• Provide exceptional customer service during all programs.
• Report attendance, incidents, and program feedback to the Membership & Programs Director.
• Afford assistance with promoting sports programs and special events.
• Model YMCA values in every interaction.
• Support continuous improvement of sports programming.
• Share ideas to improve participant engagement.
• Help ensure consistent program quality.
• Ensure a safe environment for all participants.
• Enforce YMCA and child safety policies.
• Respond to incidents and complete reports in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Strong basketball background required.
• Experience coaching, officiating, or instructing youth sports preferred.
• Experience working with youth of all ages and abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and special events.
• CPR/AED, First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days).

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and move sports equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work varied hours including weekdays and weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits

• YMCA Membership Discounted Programs (12%)
• Employer Retirement Contribution
• Paid Sick Time

Pay

USD $18.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr.

Schedule

Variated hours including weekdays and weekends, and holidays as needed.