Bethlehem Youth Sports Instructor

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At the Y, you can feel more connected to your community, meet new people, expand your knowledge base, and experience one of the most rewarding jobs by helping support our mission of developing individuals, families, and communities, while having fun in a challenging and dynamic atmosphere.

Who We Are

The Greater Valley YMCA (GVYMCA or GVY) is a volunteer-led, nonprofit, community organization. The Y is committed to strengthening community by positively changing lives every day. At each of our branches, we concentrate our efforts in three areas: Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility. And we do so in a way that upholds the Y’s traditional family values of Respect, Responsibility, Caring, and Honesty.

For over 100 years, the Y has made tangible differences in the communities of Allentown, Bethlehem, Catasauqua, Easton, Forks, Nazareth, those comprising the Slate Belt region and the Lehigh Valley as a whole. Founded as individual YMCAs as early as 1897, the following branches of the Greater Valley Y merged together between 2010 and 2015: the Nazareth YMCA, the Suburban North Family YMCA, the Family YMCA of Easton, Phillipsburg & Vicinity and the Bethlehem YMCA. In 2014, the Forks YMCA Education Center was established. The Slate Belt branch was opened in 2015. In January 2017, the Allentown YMCA joined the Greater Valley YMCA.

What it’s Like to Work Here

Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at GVY is “Fulfilling.” Our team members all share a positive attitude, problem solving abilities and patience, enabling them to provide excellent customer service even during fast-paced shifts. Our culture, plus continuous opportunities for growth, have resulted in positive impacts for our communities. Don’t miss out on this rare opening with us!

The GVYMCA Is For Everyone

It's our mission to unleash the potential in every team, and we know that teams perform best when they are diverse and every team member feels that they belong. It is the unique contributions of all GVY'ers that drive our success, and we're committed to building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do meaningful work and be recognized for their efforts. To that end, we are committed to providing an environment free of discrimination for everyone. You can read more about our commitment to diversity and mission here

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a Sports Instructor to work closely with our Youth & Family Program Directorto implement youth and adult sports programs. The Sports Instructor will help provide oversite of sports programs that creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers/community partners. Promotes and supports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall YMCA program experience.

To be able to accomplish the goals set forth in this job description, you will need to possess a will to succeed. "What can I do to advance the Y and help it become more successful?" should be the mindset. The heart of the position will be the ability to look past "what is" and to see "what can/should be." These ideas for new systems, procedures, etc. originate from all YMCA upper management leadership positions, therefore, an elevated level of self-motivation and innovation/creativity is required to be successful at this position.

A Day in the Life as a Sports Instructor

As a Sports Instructor, you will support the work of the Y which is committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our Sports Instructor will work closely with the Sports Coordinator in establishing new program activities and expanding the program within the community. They will be hands-on in the planning and implementation of sports classes while working closely with staff, parents, and youth to develop positive relationships and connections with members and non-members.

Responsibilities As a Sports Instructor

• Instructs sports lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization
• Helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement
• Conveys information on sports programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs
• Maintains records as required e.g., attendance, progress reports
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures
• Completes incident and accident reports as necessary
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment
• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned
• Other duties, responsibilities, and activities related to social media marketing may be assigned.• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information
• Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner
• Role model YMCA values and principles to develop the physical and personal growth of all participants
• Performs other duties as assigned

Who You Would Report to

• Youth & Family Program Director

Expected Hours Per Week

• Part-time non-exempt
• Monday - Friday

Positions Available

*Teen Leaders Club Adult Advisor

*Pickleball Instructor

Pay Range

• $11.00 - $13.00 per hour

Where You Would Be Working

• GVYMCA Bethlehem Branch: 430 East Broad Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018

Requirements

• One (1) or more years of related Youth/Adult Sports experience required
• At least eighteen (18) years of age
• Within thirty (30) days of hire must complete Child Abuse Prevention; CPR; First Aid; AED; Bloodborne Pathogens; Mandated Reporter Training
• Completion of YMCA program-specific and trainer certifications
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Good analytical/critical thinking
• Familiarity with personal computers helpful
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
• Valid and current driver’s license preferred
• Able to effectively communicate and build relationships with Y staff, members, and vendors
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good customer service skills, high ethical standards, an appropriate professional image, and a team player
• Must possess sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment skills, and a positive attitude
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred, but not required

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• 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
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
  • climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand for an extended period, climb, walk, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity
  • use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device
  • The work is performed both indoors and out and may require travel to various locations
  • While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time
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Benefits

• Free Membership to the Y
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Retirement Plan (403b)

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