Greater Austin YMCA·Austin, Texas
The instructor will lead youth volleyball clinics by teaching fundamentals, drills, and games while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate attendance records and communicating effectively with parents.
Embark on an exciting journey as a Sports Clinic Instructor at the Greater Austin YMCA, where you'll dive into a world of adventure and fun!
Our youth Sports Clinics provide an enriching and nurturing environment for athletes between the ages of 4-14 years.
Clinics are conducted weekly and are session-based (4 classes typically each session).
The curriculum is based on learning sound fundamentals through demonstration, drills, physical conditioning, and games.
You'll create positive connections, prioritize safety, and bring our mission of community well-being to life.
How You Make an Impact
Foster positive relationships with each student, actively engaging to promote their overall development and well-being.
Prioritize the safety and well-being of children, adhering to policies and procedures, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
Maintain open and effective communication with parents of participating students, addressing any concerns or inquiries as needed.
Keep accurate records to track student attendance in clinic sessions.
Conduct warm-up sessions as assigned by the supervisor, ensuring that students are properly prepared for clinic activities.
Be prepared to administer first aid as needed and complete the required incident and accident paperwork.
Assist the facility supervisor in setting up and taking down courts or play areas as required.
Promote the YMCA's character values, mission, wellness philosophy, and role in the community.
Lead by example the Y’s mission, vision, and values with program participants, members, staff, and guests.
Become an Ambassador of the Y’s work and culture by being the ultimate storyteller of who we are as an organization and brand.
Complete other duties as assigned.
What You Bring to the Y
Minimum 16 years of age or older,
Experience in being part of a sports team or passion for teaching sports.
Instructor experience preferred.
First Aid/CPR certifications (must be obtained within 30 days of employment).
Growth Mindset: Learn and improve to better serve members and the mission.
Team Player: Work collaboratively with others and support a positive team environment.
Communicates Effectively: Listen actively and communicate clearly with members and peers.
Customer Focused: Anticipates needs and ensures quality, member-centered service.
Fosters Belonging: Ensure everyone feels welcomed, respected, and included.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Market context
In Texas, classroom teacher roles in early childhood settings are often driven by steady demand for qualified educators who can meet licensing and safety requirements. This role is competitive because employers look for a CDA for infants/toddlers or an early childhood-related associate or bachelor’s degree, plus a positive, energetic approach and clean background checks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your credential matches the age group before applying.
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