YMCA of West Bend·West Bend, Wisconsin
The instructor is responsible for leading and assisting in youth sports programs for children aged 3-12. Duties include setting up equipment, teaching assigned curricula, and ensuring the safety of all participants.
Under the direction of the Sports Director the Youth Sports Instructor is responsible for assisting and leading the assigned youth sport programs.
June – August (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday evenings); September – October (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday evenings); October – May (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday evenings and Saturday Mornings). Short shifts and must be available for at least 2 shifts in the week.
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Arrives beforehand to set up equipment and cleans up equipment and the fields before leaves.
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Needs to have reliable transportation to offsite programming.
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Needs to be comfortable working with kids ages 3-12 and leading small groups.
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Assists the Youth Sports Director to run through the day’s lesson plan and expectations before the program begins.
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Teaches the youth sports program curriculum assigned by the Youth Sports Director.
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Communicates appropriately with parents and reports any problems or concerns to Youth Sports Director.
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Maintains the safety of all participants.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Sports available to teach throughout the year: Soccer, Basketball, Tee Ball/Coach Pitch, Track and Field, Flag Football, Dodgeball.
Demonstrates a desire to serve others. Responds to request, inquiries, concerns, and complaints in a timely and appropriate fashion to assure that members feel valued. Anticipates and takes action to meet the needs of members and the community. Seeks out and uses member and community feedback to improve programs and services. Knows the name and supports the dream of every child in his or her program(s). Knows and supports the achievement of healthy living goals of every member he or she engages.
Displays ease of comfort with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Works effectively with all members of a diverse team. Seeks out and includes other in order to gather new and different points of view.
Learns from experience and applies what is learned to new situations. Identifies and utilizes new courses of action when encountering obstacles or problems. Makes sound decisions/judgments based on input from others, data, and feedback. Takes personal responsibility for decisions and the likely implications of behavior before acting.
Demonstrates the ability to accurately assess personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships with others. Recognizes the needs of others and responds appropriately to what they are feeling, based on their choice of words, tone of voice, expressions, and other non-verbal behavior. Accepts accountability of own behavior. Takes responsibility for own mistakes, and learns from them. Solicits and is open to performance feedback and coaching. Remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others. Is empathetic toward others. Inspires, motivates, and touches the spirit of others by words, actions, and responses.
1. Minimum 15 years of age. 2. Must have reliable transportation. 3. Previous participation in or knowledge of sports preferred. 4. Experience with a diverse population. 5. Strong communication and team working skills. 6. Ability to interact with children at their cognitive level.
1. Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year
1. Ability to lift 40 lbs. 2. Stand, run, kick, throw, bend, and catch. 3. Noise level is usually moderate.
Equal opportunity employer: The ymca welcomes a diverse workforce
The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility
Candidates must be at least 15 years old with reliable transportation and the ability to lift 40 lbs. Previous sports knowledge and experience working with diverse populations are preferred.
Market context
In Wisconsin, youth sports instructor openings often draw candidates with hands-on activity experience, dependable transportation, and comfort working with children and diverse groups. This role is competitive because employers look for reliability, basic sports knowledge, and the ability to meet physical requirements while supporting safe, engaging programming. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your availability, lifting ability, and any relevant coaching or youth-program experience before applying.