Instructor Cy Programs Sports - Toronto, Canada - YMCA of Greater Toronto
Description
Hourly Rate:
$1- Check out the YMCA's total compensation package
Location:
Steve and Sally Stavro YMCA
Work Hours:
On Call as Needed
Employment Type:
Regular Hourly Part Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Anticipated Start Date:
January 30, 2023
Deadline to Apply:
January 26, 2023
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The Instructor Children and Youth Sports teaches and examines using YMCA curriculum and resources. Instructors develop short and long term lesson plans that identify the unique needs of the participants. Instructors maintain a safe environment at all times.
In this role, you will:
- Deliver course content and examine participants following established YMCA criteria.
- Develop and implement sequential weekly lesson plans.
- Recognize participant learning styles and deliver content accordingly.
- Coach and develop participants to meet success.
- Communicate (verbal and written) child's progress to parents and Supervisor.
- Maintain accurate, up to date weekly progress sheets and records for participants.
- Take attendance, ensure participants are signed into and out of the program.
- Sets up and take down recreational, program and other equipment as required at the same time checking that equipment is safe and in good repair (reporting immediately all malfunctions and removing the damaged equipment immediately from circulation).
- Actively participate in scheduled programs, meetings and special events.
- In collaboration with individual program members, program volunteers and YMCA program staff, assists and encourages program members to access additional appropriate programs offered at this location.
- Demonstrate appropriate behaviour in line with our Mission, Vision and Values as reflected in our YMCA competencies; takes a member focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the Association. Represents the YMCA and the Association in a professional manner.
- Understand the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to Children's Aid Society.
- Understand the importance of the volunteer staff partnership and integrates the value of philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with members, volunteers, donors and staff.
- Perform other related duties to fulfill commitment to quality programs for all members as assigned from time to time by supervisor
You bring:
- Diploma or degree in field related to working with children or youth
- Current certifications in the following Lifesaving Society awards: Standard First Aid & CPR level C
- Current NCCP Basketball Coaching certification (Learn to Train level)
- Minimum 1year previous experience Instructing Children and Teens in Basketball
- Good theoretical and practical knowledge of various stages of child and youth development through previous related experience and continuing professional development
- Ability to encourage and motivate members and volunteers and acknowledge and appreciate achievements and contributions
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
- Evidence continuing professional development in working with children and youth
- Welldeveloped interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of members including visible and nonvisible dimensions of diversity.
- Flexibility regarding assigned work schedules, including weekday afternoons, evenings and weekends
What you need to succeed:
- Commitment to the YMCA's Mission, Vision and Values
- Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
- YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter
Why work for the YMCA?
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.
We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work.
We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.
See what you can expect from the YMCA here.
Joining the Y means contributing to over 165 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors.
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