Sports Instructor (La Central YMCA)

Salary : $ Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches.

Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact.

Through our talented staff and LEAP career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The La Central YMCA is seeking a Sports Instructor who will be responsible for working with children / teens to promote the enjoyment of sports activities while improving physical competence, developing confidence, and teaching basic skill development, while also providing outstanding hospitality to ensure a positive user experience.

The Sports Instructor will serve as a resource for participants to achieve exercise goals, skill goals and a sense of well-being.

The overall major functions of the Sports Instructor also include :

• Provide a fun, safe, and positive experience for all participants.
• Demonstrate strong service and hospitality with all constituents including, but not limited to, program participants and parents / guardians.
• Create an all-inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Teach progressive lessons and provide opportunities to demonstrate learned skills.
• Encourage a lifetime participation in sports and physical activity.
• Embody the YMCA Core Values.

We are looking for Instructors in the following areas : Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, and General Physical Education.

Key Responsibilities :

• Work with the supervisor to develop program objectives and goals for each program session.
• Create and modify lesson plans and instruction that are age appropriate, progressive and meets the needs of the participants.

Understand skills for ages 5 17, while utilizing differentiated instructions.

• Provide supervision of the participants in line with YMCA program standards and guidelines (, ratio and attendance).
• Teach progressive lessons and provide opportunities to demonstrate learned skills.
• Emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Teach rules, fundamentals and enhance basic skills.
• Communicate with parents / guardians regarding the progress of their child / teen and registration for the next session.
• Communicate to parents / guardians about additional YMCA opportunities that can benefit them or their child / teen.
• Ensure that all equipment is age-appropriate, safe and in proper working condition. This includes conducting monthly equipment safety checks.
• Work with the Supervisor to develop and lead program promotion and recruitment efforts.
• Provide direction to volunteers or Sports Assistants who are supporting the program, when needed.
• Have a thorough knowledge of branch emergency procedures and take appropriate actions for emergency situations.
• Ensure the cleanliness of program space during all activities.
• Inform Supervisor on-duty regarding any incident reports that need to be filled out.
• Create an atmosphere in which all participants can have fun, are safe, and learn the importance of good principled athletics.
• Obtain YMCA Coaching 101 Training within 90 days of start date.
• Obtain CDC HEADS UP Concussion in Youth Sports certificate within 30 days of start date.
• Actively participate in all training sessions, designated meetings and special events.

Desired Skills & Experience :

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching children / teens sports in a structured setting.
• Content expert in designated sports activity.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members of all ages.
• Coaching certificate or equivalent desired.
• Current First Aid / CPR certifications.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits :

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members including , medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (, full-time or part-time), tenure and / or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click for more information.

How to Apply : If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.