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YMCA of Greater Boston Sports Coach in Roxbury, Massachusetts
Job Description
The YMCA is searching for a sports instructor to lead a group of children ages 3 to 11 instructing sports classes and providing support to sports camp. Classes are on weekday afternoons and weekend mornings and afternoons. Candidate must possess excellent child/parent communication skills, expertise in a variety of sports and the ability to work independently. Excellent public relations and conflict resolution skills in order to facilitate positive relationships with parents, staff, children, and outside agencies.
Leads sports programs (such as basketball, soccer, t-ball, floor hockey, etc.) by conducting a fun safe and developmentally appropriate program, as directed by the supervisor to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
Officiate youth sports programs according to the general rules of the sport
Know, demonstrate and interpret YMCA philosophy to players, parents, and coaches.
Must demonstrate the ability to control all aspects of the game that you are officiating.
Possess the ability to work with varying ages and to manage large groups.
Attends and participates in other YMCA program activities, staff meetings, and staff trainings.
Ability to work flexible hours as program needs arise. Ability to assist in various departments or programs as the need arises.