Specialty Instructor - Basketball (Metro Area Camp Sites)) (Creative Design)

Summer Sports Camp Specialty Instructor
Location: (All Camp Sites throughout Metro)
Position Overview:
The Specialty Instructor will serve as the sport-specific expert for the camp, developing and implementing the weekly curriculum. They will lead instruction, provide skill development, and ensure an engaging and structured learning experience for campers. Support staff will be available to assist with group management and daily activities.
Schedule & Responsibilities:

Camp Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Instruction Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (When Instructor will be there)

Develop and implement a structured curriculum for the designated sport. (With help from Summer Camp Senior Director)
Lead drills, skill development, and game concept instruction.
Work collaboratively with support staff to organize campers into appropriate groups.
Provide individualized coaching and feedback to campers.
Ensure a fun, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
Serve as a positive role model, promoting sportsmanship and teamwork.

The salary range for this position is at $20.00 (+mileage). We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package for full-time includes a wide range of benefits (medical, dental, life, disability, and more) as well as generous paid time off and free membership. Part-time benefits will vary.
Requirements:

Extensive experience in the designated sport (coaching, playing, or instructing).
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Experience working with youth in a camp or coaching setting preferred.
Ability to develop and adapt lesson plans to meet camper needs.
CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Benefits include:
Free YMCA membership
YMCA Program discounts
1. Job Summary:
The Specialty Class Instructor is responsible for leading classes in a specialized program area which may include but is not limited to dance, yoga, martial arts, arts and humanities, safety and certification courses including lifeguard training. The incumbent will instruct quality classes and provide excellent customer service to members and program participants in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
2. Essential Functions:

Plan and instruct progressive classes in a specialty area. Observe and discuss individual progress with participants.
Motivate and guide class and program participation.
Set up and take down class equipment and report equipment problems.
Ensure safe and effective classes; responding to and reporting any accidents or incidents.

3. Relationships:
This position reports to the Program Manager/Program Director/Senior Program Coordinator who reports to Branch Management. The incumbent must learn and use participant names and encourage member interaction when possible. Work closely with other YMCA Team Members and program participants.
4. Qualifications:
Required

Formal training in the specialty class being taught
Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR, First Aid, and AED
Prerequisite certifications when necessary
Demonstrated customer service and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to individually lead a class and motivate participants
Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
Ability to set up, move and store class equipment

Preferred

1 year experience in specialty format being taught

5. Work Conditions:

Ability to lead assigned classes and sessions, demonstrating exercise techniques and perform associated physical activities.
Ability to stand on feet majority of work shift.
Stretch, bend, and lift up to 50lbs and move heavy equipment on a daily basis.
Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in the event of an emergency.

6. Additional Notes:
Supervisory titles may change depending on branch. This job description represents the major functions of the position, but it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association's success.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge
The Y of the North is committed to the work and everyday practices of eliminating disparities and eradicating of unjust systems to become a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization. YMCA of the North team members and volunteers must exemplify the association's mission, vision and values of caring, equity, honesty, respect and responsibility.

The YMCA of the North continues to develop plans and strategies to ensure team members and volunteers reflect the demographics of the communities we serve. We will continually conduct institutional racism and oppression review of our policies, procedures and practices in recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive work environment and culture that promotes equity and respect for the human dignity of all. We value and respect this diversity and choose to be inclusive through our acceptance of all.