Buehler YMCA is now hiring Ninja/Parkour Instructors!

Salary range starts at $20.00 per hour

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:

• Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members
• Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities
• Complimentary Adult YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs
• Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!

Scope of Responsibilities:

• Assist in the designing of the curriculum for the Buehler YMCA's growing Ninja Warrior Program.
• Be able to teach, demonstrate and spot appropriate skills in ninja and parkour.

• Set up and clean up of all classes.

• Attend and complete training and staff meetings.

• Take attendance and follow a weekly curriculum.

• Coordinates activities which are culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate.
• Supervises a group of youth and/or adults to ensure their health and safety, and to provide for a positive experience for each person.
• Communicates with and maintains positive relationships with parents.
• Provides day-to-day guidance to staff and volunteers.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Provides assistance to supervisor and may fill-in during temporary absences.
• Maintains sports equipment and notifies supervisor of equipment issues.
• Support the YMCA's mission and center operations as needed.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Knowledge of the sport of Ninja is a plus but not necessary
• Flexible work schedule availability (e.g. nights, weekends, etc.)

• Professionalism and dependability.

• Commitment to the safety and well-being of others

• Self-motivated and positive attitude.

• Must be willing to learn.

• Reliable transportation.

Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Functional Expert - Considered a thought leader on a subject
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization