As a Y on the Fly Sports Counselor, you will be a key member of a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping children, families, and communities achieve more in all aspects of life. You will deliver physical activity and nutrition-based programs to school-age children at multiple sites, providing safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate experiences.You will also maintain and organize equipment and program resources, assist with planning, set up and clean up, and ensure high-quality programming and positive participant experiences. Through your work, you contribute to the Y and the broader community by creating experiences that foster health, well-being, purpose, acceptance, and belonging.
This Role Is Right for You If You Have:
A love of sports and working with peopleA desire to help and encourage others to enjoy sports and physical activityPrior experience teaching and supervising sports or nutrition-focused activitiesExperience working with school-age childrenStrong communication skills and the ability to listen and engage effectively with children, families, and Y associates
Essential Functions
Deliver safe, engaging, and age-appropriate sports and nutrition programs at multiple sitesMaintain and organize program equipment and resourcesAssist with planning, preparation, set-up, and clean-up for program sessionsEnsure all participants are supervised and engaged in activitiesPromote positive behavior, teamwork, and healthy competitionCommunicate program goals and instructions clearly to participants and staffSupport program quality, adherence to Y policies, and a safe environment for all participantsFoster a positive, inclusive, and welcoming atmosphere that reflects the Y's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility
Daily Responsibilities
Lead and supervise physical activity and nutrition-based programs for school-age childrenSet up and prepare equipment and materials prior to program sessionsEngage with children in a fun, encouraging, and supportive mannerMonitor participant safety and behavior, intervening when necessaryTrack attendance and program participationAssist with clean-up and storage of program equipmentCommunicate with site staff, parents, and Y associates about program updates or participant needsContribute to a positive and inclusive environment where all participants feel valued and supported
| Location | Baltimore, MD |