Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Program Director, the Sports Instructor provides leadership to sports participants and parents in achieving a quality sports program for ages 3 through adults. Exhibits behaviors and attitudes that are consistent with the YMCA Mission and policies of the association. The Sports Instructor holds and designs group skill training and instruction for sports clinics.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works and communicates effectively with the kids, parents, coaches, and staff.
• Facilitates and plans sports clinics.
• Ensures the highest quality of service and level of professionalism by establishing and maintaining a team attitude, order, discipline and encourages good sportsmanship.
• Effectively sets up fields/courts and has proper equipment available.
• Routinely inspects equipment to ensure it is in good working condition before and after use.
• Returns equipment upon completion of class and reports repairs/maintenance needed and cleans area as needed.
• Ensures safety protocols at all times, reporting accidents or incidents immediately.
• Establishes and maintains a professional and positive image and rapport with members and students.
• Performs additional functions or assumes additional responsibilities as needed or as requested by the Program Director or supervisor.
• Engages in positive public relations with participants, members and guests ensuring a positive experience.
• Adheres to the Association operating policies and procedures by operating the programs within the guidelines set forth.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures regarding the safety, health and welfare of members, program participants, guests and staff; responds to emergency situations in accordance to facility policies and certification requirements.

Attends and actively participates in all trainings, staff meetings/in-services as assigned.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience Required:

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience coaching and/or training in sports.
• Must have working knowledge of games rules and use of equipment for a specific sport.

• Demonstrates objectivity in emotional situations; maintains patience, confidence and composure under pressure or adverse circumstances.
• Demonstrates effective oral communication; conveys information in a clear, yet concise manner; actively listens to others.

• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with groups and/or individuals from different backgrounds.

• Represents the YMCA in a positive manner.

Certifications/Trainings Required:

• Must obtain within 30 days of employment and then maintain current certifications in community CPR/AED and First Aid.
• Maintains position-specific required certifications as stated in the training matrix.