Group Program Instructor

Description

We are an all - inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As a growing, mission focused, and future‑oriented association of YMCAs, the Metro YMCA of the Oranges has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, mission‑driven candidate to join our team.

• Lead instruction of a group in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
• Plan, set up and deliver a variety of activities within the interest area that are age‑specific and keep children’s engagement and interest high.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Responsible for organized class management ensuring all participants can be seen at all times.
• Conveys instruction in alignment with appropriate age group. Ensures participants understand instructions.
• Uses teachable moments to discuss character development and provides constructive feedback during practice sessions using positive motivation techniques.
• Ensures lessons begin and end as scheduled. Maintains records as required (i.e., attendance, progress reports, etc.).
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Utilizes equipment appropriately with activities and incorporates skill development. Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Cleans up area after each session. Reports damaged equipment.
• Upholds, models, teaches and puts the four (4) core values of the YMCA into action in all activities - everyday:
  Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Creates a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill and encourage youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Child Development, Sports Management, Recreation, or Physical Education, or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of experience in Sports and Recreation, specific program specialty, and/or working with people/children in a group setting.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Ability to demonstrate problem‑solving and independent judgment and make decisions within the guidelines of the YMCA.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications and completion of YMCA program‑specific certifications.
• Must have a flexible work schedule.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes paid sick leave, a legal plan, disability insurance, life insurance, 12% retirement benefits upon eligibility, a 403(b) plan, an employee assistance program, professional development opportunities, Metro Y program discounts, and complimentary use of YMCA facilities.