YMCA Cross Country Ski Instructor

The instructor is responsible for creating a safe and fun environment for children aged 5-10 who are learning the skill of Cross-Country Skiing. The instructor will create plans for each program date. These plans must include a skill to learn, how you will teach the skill, and at least one activity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Creating and implementing plans to educate the participants about cross-country skiing.

• Assists in developing, organizing, and implementing a high-quality sports program.
• Supervise a group of children with a creative, fun, and positive attitude.
• Complete all training deemed necessary by the Gallatin Valley YMCA to perform well in this job and receive all certificates necessary for this job.
• Show up to scheduled programs on time and stay throughout the shift unless prior arrangements have been made with the Sports & Recreation Director.
• Adhere to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Attends staff meetings and training as scheduled.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge and experience participating and/or teaching cross-country skiing.
• Background and experience in sports, physical education, and/or exercise science.
• Create positive interactions and relationships with youth, families, and coaches; create an environment of active listening, and a strong understanding of cultural competency, diversity, and inclusion.
• Must be in reasonably good physical condition and able to work extended periods of time on his/her feet.
• At least 18 years of age.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

Must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check.

SCHEDULE:

Must be able to work Saturdays between 8 am and 2 pm in the months of January, February, and March.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; run; walk; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or control; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and talk or hear.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.