Sports Instructor Lead - Escondido YMCA of San Diego County - 3.5 Escondido, CA Job Details Part-time $19.69 - $22.50 an hour 8 hours ago Qualifications Youth programs teaching experience High school diploma or GED Working with youth Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description Overview:

The Sports Instructor Lead is responsible for planning and leading engaging youth and adult sports programs at the Escondido

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Campus for Community Well-being. This position creates a safe, positive, and inclusive environment while teaching fundamental skills, promoting sportsmanship, and encouraging healthy lifestyles through basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and soccer. Sports Instructor Leads serve as positive role models, fostering confidence, teamwork, and a sense of belonging while delivering high-quality programs that strengthen individuals and build a healthier community. For information on Y Employee Perks, click on this link: Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)

Schedule Location:

Escondido YMCA Must have Basketball and/or Soccer experience Weekday afternoons, nights, and

Saturdays Responsibilities:

Previous experience coaching, teaching, or leading youth and adult sports programs, preferably in basketball, volleyball, pickleball, or soccer. Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to motivate participants of different ages, backgrounds, and skill levels. Knowledge of sports fundamentals, safety practices, game rules, and age-appropriate instruction Plan, lead, and supervise assigned youth and adult sport practices, clinics, and games. Prepares game schedules and confirm attendance Prepare sports fields and courts for use including equipment set up and breakdown Provide ongoing training, supervision, and support for all Sports Instructors and Sports Instructor Assistants Maintain a safe environment ensuring playing areas are suitable for game play Serve as a score keeper for assigned games Maintain a positive relationship with staff, participants, volunteer coaches, and parents Track attendance of participants in games, clinics, and practices, along with maintaining records Ensure effective communication with parents, colleagues, volunteers, and participants Ability to supervise and interact with staff and participants The physical ability to lead in group activities and to perform related physical skills Ability to adequately observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations and apply appropriate policies and procedures Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required 2+ years' experience working with youth and adult sports Sincere interest in and ability to work with groups of athletes, parents, and staff of diverse ethnic populations Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation Ability to supervise and interact with staff and athletes Licensing, state law and our government funders require that staff within YMCA of San Diego County be fingerprinted, prior to reporting to work, and include subsequent arrest notifications CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross American Heart Association American Safety & Health Institute YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement .

Pay Range:

USD $19.69 - USD $22.50 /Hr.