Youth Sports Instructor - Abingdon (Ward)

*Weekdays and Evenings Availability PreferredPOSITION SUMMARY:Under the direction of the Program/Sports Director, the Sports Instructor teaches all assigned Sports classes within the guidelines of the Association to maintain program quality. Responsible for creating learning opportunities for specific sports programs for ages preschool through adult.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Sports Instructor must obtain CPR/FA within 90 days of hire.Must be able to demonstrate and explain basic sports skills that are being taught.Must be able to work at the learning level of the particular class.Prepares teaching area with necessary equipment and returns equipment to proper storage area when class is complete.Works with individuals and groups within a class structure to enable all to correct faults, improve self-image, and progress their abilities.Keeps class attendance records.Follows designated curriculum for classes to ensure basic components are met, and set standards for progression are followed.

QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION High School Diploma preferred, but not requiredEXPERIENCE Current CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certification (or O2 within 30 days of hire) Completion of new associate training (including Child Abuse Prevention) before scheduled to work Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community Ability to be an effective communicator, especially with childrenSKILLS Proficient computer skills Customer service skillsWORKING CONDITIONS:

Stand in one area for extended periods of time.Stand and walk for extended periods of time.Ascend and descend steps.Occasional outdoor activities.Lift and move up to 50lbs.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to perform the essential functions of the position.Use hands, arms, and fingers to perform job duties.Ability to communicate effectively, including talking and hearing.Ability to use a computer.Ability to sit and stand as needed.Regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds.Ability to work in all YMCA environments, including:

Office spacesIndoor and outdoor maintenance/mechanical areasFitness areasPool and pool deck areasCamping areasUnimproved outdoor locationsOther Y program areas

ACCOUNTABILITY:Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served, cause-driven measures, service satisfaction scores, operating results, and supervisor evaluation of assigned duties.An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. The requirements may include a background check, drug test, driver's license record, CPS, and/or criminal background check.Additional driver's license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.