Kids Fit Instructor

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Instructs youth or adult classes in a specialized program area, such as dance, any of the martial arts, arts and humanities, etc.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

• We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.
• We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
• We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
• We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
• We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plans and instructs specialty classes for youth and adults following YMCA standards and guidelines or other Nationally recognized certifications.
• Sets up and takes down class equipment. Reports equipment problems.
• Demonstrates proper care, storage of equipment and supplies, and cleaning of environment.
• Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required. Maintains current certifications relative to specialty area.
• Observes and discusses individual progress with participants. Develops rapport with members and responds to related questions.
• Maintains respect of the child while providing discipline and guidance for children that is age appropriate.
• Discusses and promotes all YMCA programs. Motivates participants to commit to long-term participation.
• Communicates effectively and exhibit a professional attitude with all other staff, parents and children.
• Possesses a working knowledge of safety and emergency procedures and be able to exercise sound judgment, and report any unsafe conditions to supervisor immediately.
• Serves as Primary Responder for all accidents and incidents.
• Completes routine and required forms to include, but not limited to: attendance records, observation records and incident and injury reports.
• May be required to work hours outside of normal work schedule for staff meetings, trainings, extended program hours, parent nights or association events.
• Any additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Collaboration
• Developing Others
• Emotional Maturity

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school degree or equivalent work/education experience.
• 1 year of experience in related specialty and 1+ years experience leading or instructing in specialized area preferred.
• Must be a positive role model to children and display emotional maturity and stability at all times.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
• Position requires the ability to individually lead a class and to motivate and educate members.
• Child Abuse Prevention training and certifications required before the first shift. Safety and prevention trainings are also required to be completed on an annual basis.
• Must be a positive role model to children and display emotional maturity and stability at all times.
• Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: YMCA approved basic life saving skills such as CPR, First Aid, AED.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed in an active environment.
• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise childrens activities.
• Visual acuity is required for reading computer screens and/or documents and making changes as necessary/required.
• Job requires high levels of alertness and concentration. This position requires analytical abilities and multitasking in order to identify problems and recommend solutions.
• Job requires accuracy and attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills, while maintaining high levels of initiative in order to work within deadlines.
• Repetitive stooping and bending with regular lifting of up to 20 pounds is required.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods at a time are required, as well as, the ability to run and be able to participate in sports.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations.