Fitness Friends Special Needs Program Lead Instructor - Part-time
Greater Lowell YMCA
Location
Watertown, Wisconsin
Quick overview
Lead fitness programs for teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to improve their physical health and confidence. Provide a safe, nurturing environment that encourages growth across physical, spiritual, emotional, and intellectual dimensions.
Requirements summary
Previous experience working with individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities is preferred. Candidates must be able to perform physical tasks like lifting and bending and be willing to obtain additional certifications.
Job description
Do you have a passion for working with individuals with disabilities?
We are seeking enthusiastic instructors to work with teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role, you’ll help participants improve their physical fitness, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love of being active—while having fun along the way.
Schedule includes
- Thursday evenings, 5:45–7:00 PM
- First Friday evening of each month
- Occasional additional evenings or weekends for social events
Position Summary
Provide appropriate care and program leadership to participants with disabilities in a safe and nurturing environment that encourages physical, spiritual, emotional, and intellectual growth.
Qualifications
- Previous experience working with individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities, preferred.
- Knowledge of specified program content and ability to effectively give instruction to others and make modifications based on abilities of each participant.
- Willingness to attend meetings, training, and obtain additional certification as requested.
Physical demands
Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including leading classes, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting. Individuals in this job may be subject to loud facilities and elements of weather. CLICK HERE [https://s3.amazonaws.com/reclique-core-glacial/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/28044308/Special-Needs-Program-Lead-Instructor.pdf] for complete position description. The YMCA is a leading non-profit organization committed to strengthening community through Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.