Preschool Sports Instructor

Job Description Job Description Description The YMCA of Greater Boston is searching for a Preschool Sports Instructor to lead a group of children 2-6 years old instructing sports classes. Classes are on weekday afternoons and weekend mornings. The candidate must possess excellent child/parent communication skills, expertise in a variety of sports and the ability to work independently.
Key Responsibilities Essential Functions:

• Coaches sports programs using provided curriculum and curriculum of their own design emphasizing skill development, sportsmanship and the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honest, Respect and Responsibility.
• Demonstrates designed skills and outcomes to foster learning and skill development for children ages 2-6 years old.
• Maintains group focus and attention to activities being run, has strong coaching presence able to positively redirect participants where needed.
• Meets players where they are at in age and skill level. Challenges them with achievable skills, drills and games appropriate for their age group. 
• Maintains a safe playing environment by reducing risks, ensures guidelines are followed, and age appropriate play. 
• Prepares for each class session reviewing and practicing skills, drills and activities. Sets up play field in advance, cleans up after. 
• Provides feedback to players in real time to help them improve their skills, uses positive encouragement and motivational statements. 
• Serves as a role model setting the tone of expected behavior.
• Communicates with parents. Shares successes, challenges and information in a professional and respectful manner. 
• Keeps accurate records for attendance.
• Ensures policies and procedures for attendance, participation and safety are followed at all times. 
• Attends meetings, required trainings, events and additional functions within the YMCA as needed.
• To be seen as a leader for our Y by engaging with families, children and other Y employees. 

 
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Education & Experience:

1. One to two years related experience preferred; for example, as an sports coach or volunteer.
2. CPR, First Aid and Emergency Oxygen certifications, Child Abuse Prevention Training. These trainings are provided upon hire. 

 Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent relationship building and conflict resolution skills in order to facilitate positive relationships with parents, staff, children, and community partners.
• Excellent coaching skills providing clear instruction, feedback and positive motivation. 
• Detail oriented, strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to manage small and large groups children

 

Qualities Needed:

• Energetic, motivated and well organized individual who has a passion for children and sports.

Benefits Why work at the Y?  The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to:

• Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment. 
• Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions. 
• Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other. 
• Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion. 
• A healthy work/life balance 
• Comprehensive benefits including: 
• FREE YMCA Membership for you. 
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons. 
• Discounted or FREE family membership. 
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement) 
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package. 
• Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time) 

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