Youth Street Hockey Instructor

Job Location:

Bath YMCA - BATH, ME 04530 Salary Range: $16.00 - $17.00 Hourly

Do you bring big camp counselor energy, love working with kids, and enjoy the fast-paced fun of hockey? The Bath Area Family YMCA is looking for enthusiastic Youth Street Hockey Instructors to help lead our growing NHL Street and youth hockey programming!

This position is perfect for someone who may not have played high-level hockey but understands the basics, can stay energetic and encouraging, and knows how to make kids excited to participate. We’re looking for role models who can create a positive atmosphere where kids feel included, active, and confident while learning the game.

Our street hockey programs focus on movement, teamwork, skill development, sportsmanship, and FUN. Many participants are brand new to hockey, making this a great opportunity for someone who enjoys teaching fundamentals through games, creativity, and high-energy activities.

• Lead and assist with youth street hockey clinics and classes
• Teach passing, shooting, stick handling, teamwork, and game basics
• Run fun drills, games, and activities that keep kids constantly moving
• Create a safe, welcoming, and encouraging environment
• Set up and break down equipment before and after classes
• Communicate positively with parents, participants, and YMCA staff
• Help reinforce YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility

• Future teachers, coaches, recreation staff, or camp counselors
• College or high school students with strong leadership skills
• Former athletes who enjoy working with kids
• Individuals with high energy and a positive attitude
• People who can manage "organized chaos" with patience and enthusiasm

You do NOT need elite hockey experience to be successful in this role. If you can connect with kids, create excitement, and help participants build confidence while staying active, we want to hear from you.

• Ability to work with parents and children from 3-11 years old
• Able to effectively communicate with parents and staff
• Certified in First Aid and CPR (training available on site)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Knowledgeable about Y processes and procedures
• Ability to work with integrity, discretion, and a professional approach

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee frequently is required to sit, reach, and must be able to move around the work environment
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate