Program Specialist Volleyball Coach and Tumbling Coach- Walnut YMCA Family Location

Our Promise:

Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success
Improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve
Unite communities and inspire service to others

Benefits & Perks:

12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
Learning and development workshops
Career advancement opportunities
Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Rate of pay: $15.00 – $16.00. Final compensation is based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

Essential Responsibilities

Youth Sports Instructor (Basketball, Soccer, Flag Football, Volleyball, Pickleball):

A Youth Sports Instructor is responsible for teaching and coaching children in various sports, promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. The instructor helps kids develop fundamental skills, understand the rules of the sport, and fosters a positive, inclusive environment where children can enjoy learning and playing sports. This role involves planning and executing age-appropriate activities and drills, ensuring safety, and motivating young athletes to perform to the best of their abilities.

1. Lead youth sports classes, teaching basic skills and techniques in various sports (e.g., soccer, basketball, baseball).
2. Demonstrate proper techniques and provide constructive feedback.
3. Ensure that each child participates actively and develops a love for physical activity.
4. Monitor the safety of all participants during practices, games, and activities.
5. Ensure that sports equipment is properly maintained and safe for use.
6. Enforce safety rules and ensure children follow instructions.

Program Specialist (Tumbling):

A Tumbling Program Specialist is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, and supervision of tumbling programs. This role involves instructing students on various tumbling skills and techniques, ensuring their safety and providing a structured and engaging learning environment. The Tumbling Program Specialist works with individuals or groups of varying ages and skill levels, helping them improve their coordination, strength, flexibility, and technique in tumbling and acrobatics.

1. Design and develop tumbling programs that cater to different age groups and skill levels, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced students.
2. Create structured lesson plans focusing on key tumbling skills such as rolls, handstands, flips, cartwheels, and other acrobatic movements.
3. Continuously update the curriculum based on new techniques, trends, and student feedback.
4. Teach tumbling classes, guiding students through proper techniques for various tumbling skills, ensuring correct form to prevent injury.
5. Demonstrate exercises and routines, offering hands-on guidance and corrections during training sessions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-lingual skills
• Additional qualifications specific to each program (such as certifications or degrees in dance, sports, or education)

The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer.  The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.  In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit,  hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.