Sports Instructor - Towson (Orokawa)

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Regional Sports Director, the Sports Instructor teaches assigned sports classes in accordance with Association guidelines and standards to maintain program quality. The Sports Instructor is responsible for creating engaging learning opportunities within specific sports programs for participants ranging from preschool through adulthood  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Obtain CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days of hire. Demonstrate and clearly explain the basic skills and techniques of the sport being taught. Adapt instruction to meet the learning level and abilities of each class. Prepare the teaching area with all necessary equipment and return equipment to the appropriate storage area at the conclusion of each class. Work with individuals and groups within a class setting to help participants correct skills, build confidence, and progress in their abilities. Maintain accurate class attendance records. Follow designated curriculum and program guidelines to ensure required components are met and established standards for progression are followed  QUALIFICATIONS: Education  High School Diploma preferred, but not required.  Experience  Current CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certification (or O2 certification within 30 days of hire). Completion of new associate training, including Child Abuse Prevention training, before being scheduled to work. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. Ability to communicate effectively, particularly when working with children. Skills Proficient computer skills. Strong customer service skills.   WORKING CONDITIONS:  Ability to stand in one area for extended periods of time. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds. Ability to ascend and descend steps. Occasional participation in outdoor activities ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Use hands, arms, and fingers to perform job duties. Ability to communicate effectively, including talking and hearing. Ability to use a computer. Ability to sit and stand as needed. Regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds. Ability to work in all YMCA environments, including: Office spaces Indoor and outdoor maintenance/mechanical areas Fitness areas Pool and pool deck areas Camping areas Unimproved outdoor locations Other Y program areas ACCOUNTABILITY:  Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served,  cause-driven measures, service satisfaction scores, operating results, and supervisor evaluation of assigned duties. An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. The requirements may include a background check, drug test,  driver’s license record, CPS, and/or criminal background check. Additional driver’s license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug  testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the  requirements of this position.