The Y in Central Maryland·Abingdon, Maryland
The Sports Instructor teaches assigned sports classes for ages preschool through adult following Association guidelines. Responsibilities include preparing equipment, maintaining attendance records, and helping participants improve their sports skills and self-image.
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Under the direction of the Program/Sports Director, the Sports Instructor teaches all assigned Sports classes within the guidelines of the Association to maintain program quality. Responsible for creating learning opportunities for specific sports programs for ages preschool through adult. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Sports Instructor must obtain CPR/FA within 90 days of hire. Must be able to demonstrate and explain basic sports skills that are being taught. Must be able to work at the learning level of the particular class. Prepares teaching area with necessary equipment and returns equipment to proper storage area when class is complete. Works with individuals and groups within a class structure to enable all to correct faults, improve self-image, and progress their abilities. Keeps class attendance records. Follows designated curriculum for classes to ensure basic components are met, and set standards for progression are followed. Y Leadership Competencies: Advancing Our Mission & Cause - Provide visionary leadership to the organization and to ensure that all resources are mobilized to adapt to new challenges and needs in the community Building Relationships - Connect people to the Y’s cause by developing inclusive relationships, partnerships, and collaborations so that Ys can co-create solutions to pressing social needs Leading Operations - Ensure relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of the organization so that we can continue to fulfill our promise to the community Developing & Inspiring People - Support the holistic development of self and others so that everyone can embrace the Y’s cause, sustain the Y’s culture, and inspire others to take individual and collective action to further our impact
EDUCATION ● High School Diploma preferred, but not required EXPERIENCE ● Current CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certification (or O2 within 30 days of hire) ● Completion of new associate training (including Child Abuse Prevention) before scheduled to work ● Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community ● Ability to be effective communicator especially with children SKILLS ● Proficient computer skills ● Customer service skills WORKING CONDITIONS: ● Stand in one area for extended periods of time. ● Stand and walk for extended periods of time. ● Ascend and descend steps. ● Occasional outdoor activities. ● Lift and move up to 50lbs. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Use hands, arms, and fingers to perform job duties. Ability to communicate effectively, including talking and hearing. Ability to use a computer. Ability to sit and stand as needed. Regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds. Ability to work in all YMCA environments, including: Office spaces Indoor and outdoor maintenance/mechanical areas Fitness areas Pool and pool deck areas Camping areas Unimproved outdoor locations Other Y program areas ACCOUNTABILITY: Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served, cause-driven measures, service satisfaction scores, operating results, and supervisor evaluation of assigned duties.
Candidates should preferably have a high school diploma and must obtain CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days of hire. The role requires the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups, especially children, and the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Market context
In Maryland, classroom teacher roles for infant/toddler and preschool settings are typically driven by ongoing staffing needs in licensed early learning programs. These positions are competitive because employers often look for Maryland-qualified candidates with a clean background check, and prefer a CDA or Early Childhood Education coursework plus prior experience with young children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your qualifications and availability before applying.
