Sports Instructor - range

Sports Instructor - Hourly pay range is $14.00 - $16.00

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POSITION TITLE: Sports Instructor

DEPARTMENT: Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center (Kroc Center Hawaii)

SUPERVISOR: Athletic Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

CLASSIFICATION: Part Time, Hourly

GENERAL STATEMENT: The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is a spiritual, emotional and physical regeneration of all people.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

KROC CENTER HAWAII VISION: Kroc Center Hawaii is a community center where families, individuals and relationships thrive in the name of Jesus.

To provide an enjoyable and safe sporting experience for an assigned group of youth while they learn. The sports instructor will provide coaching that will lead to the formulation of character including moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self‑discipline and self‑confidence. The instructor will coach student‑athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success in a given sport.

The sports instructor will have a deep commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army, which will be evident in his or her professional life and the manner in which he or she represents The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in the community.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Will accept candidates who are Junior or Senior in High school or enrolled in College
• Experience in coaching sports (specifically soccer, volleyball, basketball, or T-Ball) at the elementary school level or higher.
• Previous experience in working with youth.
• Must maintain a professional attitude and approach to problem solving.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with staff, members, clients, and customers.
• Must possess the physical ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
• Will attend and complete at least 2 hours of Child Safety training as approved by The Salvation Army.
• Must be able to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 40 pounds.

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be accepted.

• Responsible for the development, management, and successful coaching of the team, to include recruiting, equipment management, and time management.
• Responsible for successful coaching of the team, to include maximizing the team’s potential/abilities and retaining athletes.
• Supervise and mentor coaching assistants as directed and approved by the Athletics Manager.
• Assist in team fund‑raising and booster events.
• Assist in organizing activities, clinics, leagues and athletic specific programs for all ages.
• Manage and operate within the budget parameters, without exception, and submit all receipts on time as directed by the Athletics Manager.
• Establish and ensure a safe environment for student‑ath.
• Maintain good customer service to the community; see that all staff, members, clients, and customers are given prompt and courteous service.
• Ensure the physical, emotional, and social welfare of student‑athletes, including issues related to gender, ethnic diversity, and sexual orientation.
• Work with volunteers and co‑workers on a professional level. Interface with peer, supervisors and people of various socio‑economic backgrounds.
• Maintain a safe working environment; report all harmful problems with facility to the proper supervisor, including but not limited to the Athletics Manager.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations by observing participant…