Do you have a passion for sports and enjoy working with youth?
Our Sports Department is seeking reliable high-energy and versatile instructors to lead and inspire athletes across a wide developmental spectrum. Responsibilities range from planning class activities with the leadership and collaboration of the program director that introduce basic motor skills to toddlers all the way up to refining advanced skill techniques for teenagers.
As a Sports Instructor, youll play a vital role in advancing our mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. You will help children and teens of all ages discover the joy of sports in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment.
Successful Candidates will possess the following:
• Sport-Specific Expertise - Track & Field: Strong understanding of sprinting mechanics & running styles, relay exchanges, and breathing techniques. We offer both Cross Country in the Fall and Short-Long Distance in the Spring. • Basketball: Ability to coach fundamentals, dribbling, shooting, form, defense, and explain game strategy for all levels of skill. • Recreational Sports: Proficiency in organizing skill-base classes like soccer, flag football, floor hockey, and agility-related fitness activities. • Adaptive Teaching Style: Proven ability to pivot coaching methods based on age, e.g., using storytelling for 3-year-olds vs. drills and skills for 15-year-olds. • Safety & Management: Ability to maintain a safe, controlled environment for groups of 8-20 children.
Qualifications:
Must be at least 21 years of age Must have a valid drivers license and a clean driving record Must be reliable - punctuality is a non-negotiable Experience working with youth camps, sports coaching, etc., willingness to work with children and teens of varying ages and abilities Experience working with diverse populations preferred, with a commitment to inclusion and belonging Strong communication skills must be able to command attention of participants while remaining approachable, must be able to communicate effectively with parents/guardians and other YMCA members and staff
Hours:
Must be available to work days, evenings, and weekends. Schedules vary by program. Track runs 4-5 days per week for approximately 9 weeks, with some meets requiring instructors to take a bus to other area schools. Practices are held at Scotch Plains middle schools. Basketball practices run on weekday evenings, and games are on Saturday afternoons. Sports classes, soccer, ninja warrior, b-ball, floor hockey, t-ball, run year-round on weekday afternoons and evenings, and Saturday evenings.
Pay: $18.03 per hour, depending on experience level.
Benefits of working for the Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA include:
Participation in 403b savings plan and participation in the YMCA Retirement Fund based on eligibility requirements Free YMCA membership Flexible schedules Job training and career development opportunities A fun, friendly, and inclusive work environment, and more