Program Instructor - Youth Sports

Position: Program Instructor - Youth Sports ($21.61/hour - $29.17/hour)
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- Make a Difference Through Recreation! Are you passionate about sports and looking to make a positive impact in your community? Do you enjoy being a role model for youth and working as part of a dynamic team? Join the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (H.A.R.D.) as a Program Instructor in our Sports Program and help lead fun, engaging, and meaningful recreational experiences!

About the Role:

H.A.R.D. offers a variety of sports programs for youth and adults throughout the year. Popular offerings include basketball, volleyball, soccer, softball, and wrestling. We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Program Instructors to help facilitate, coach, and coordinate these activities. As a Program Instructor, your primary responsibilities will include:
Leading and supporting sports programs and activities Providing excellent customer service to participants, parents, and caregivers Creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all Working collaboratively with fellow staff and supervisors Assisting with setup, cleanup, and daily operations as needed

The Ideal Candidate :
You have experience working in sports or recreation, enjoy working with youth, and are a dependable team player ready to jump in wherever needed. Enthusiasm, communication skills, and a positive attitude are key. Position Details:

Title:

Program Instructor - Youth Sports Available Positions: 2 Hourly Rate: $21.61- $29.17

Work Schedule:

Up to 18 hours per week Typical

Hours:

Monday - Friday, between 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Employment Type:

Part-time, Year-round Classification:
Hourly, Non-Exempt Work Locations:
Various parks within the District Anticipated

Start Date:

ASAP Maximum Annual

Hours:

960 hours per fiscal year (July 1 - June 30) Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This posting may close at any time. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement H.A.R.D. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

POSITION SUMMARY Under general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor and the direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator II, the Youth Sports Instructor will provide instruction to students 4 to 17 years of age at various indoor and outdoor locations throughout the District. This position will require you to work mornings evenings and weekends. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Incumbents in this class are primarily responsible for performing basic instructor duties but may also perform general duties to assist with youth sport operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Incumbents may not perform all duties. Duties include but are not limited to the following:
Conduct sports programming for youth ages 4 to 17 years of age Ensure safety and proper technique of participants while in the program Follow an age appropriate sports curriculum for participants Encourage skill development and self-confidence through progression of skills Provide a high level of customer service to parents and participants Exercise precautions necessary to ensure the safety of participants Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers Attends job specific trainings Performs other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. The functions of this position are performed in indoors in a gymnasium location as part of a team and at various parks outdoors. The setting includes various weather conditions, including heat and sunshine. Incumbents must wear an appropriate uniform with identification and protective equipment.

Specialized aspects of the work environment may also include high noise levels, working with participants who are using potentially dangerous sport equipment. Incumbents may be assigned an irregular working schedule including weekends, early mornings, evenings and holidays and may have to travel between various locations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have: hearing and speech adequate to communicate in person, by telephone, by PA system and by radio, and to speak loudly in a noisy setting; vision adequate to clearly distinguish objects and persons at a distance. bodily movement adequate to frequently sit, stand, walk, run, jump, climb, reach, turn, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crawl, and push/pull;

ability to raise arms above shoulder…