Summer 2025 Specialty Instructor

Inspire, Lead, and Play: Become a Specialty Instructor with the YMCA this Summer!

The Specialty Instructor will conduct specialty program activities and instruction for different age groups for Summer 2025 Day Camp programming. Supervises a group of youth and/or adults. The Specialty Instructor will instruct and supervise classes, practices, and/or games. Promotes a positive environment for program participants, parents/guardians, and staff.

Starting pay range: $17.90- $18.45 per hour, Monday-Friday schedule, and opportunities to grow within the organization

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:

• We offer salaries that reflect your skills, experience, and the value you bring to our team.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans for eligible employees, along with access to wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
• Generous paid time off (PTO), including paid holidays. We also offer flexible work hours to help you balance your personal and professional life.
• 403(b) plan with company contributions after 2 years of service to help you plan for your future.
• Opportunities for continuous learning through workshops and training programs.
• A supportive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected.
• Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.

What you'll do:

• Plans and implements sports/specialty programs in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA. Coordinates activities which are culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate
• Teach the fundamentals of sports/specialty program area by understanding program participant's age/skill level
• Supervises a group of youth and/or adults to ensure their health and safety, and to provide a positive experience for each person
• Communicates with and maintains a positive relationship with parents/guardians
• Provides day-to-day guidance to staff and volunteers
• Maintain and promote a fair, consistent discipline code to all players
• Ensure all equipment and gear is account for and maintained, notifies supervisor of equipment issues
• Assists with development of special events and activities
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical situations, child abuse prevention, and emergency procedures
• Supports the mission and values of the YMCA and Hub as assigned

How you'll do it:

• Prior sports/specialty experience
• Minimum of 16 years of age or older
• Continuous learner who keeps abreast of industry trends, best practices and safety guidelines in order to innovate on and improve program quality and safety
• Ability to quickly build effective and collaborative relationships with multiple, diverse stakeholders
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, when needed to achieve program goals

Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required