Ninja Coach - Hammond, United States - Crossroads YMCA

Crossroads YMCA

Verified Company

Hammond, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Do you have a passion for working with children? If you have wrestling, karate, jujitsu, or other sport experience that is always a plus. Coaches must be high energy, responsible, ready to learn and help our ninjas grow into their full Athletic potential. Coaches will either Lead or assist with classes, teaching kicks, jumps, flips, and core values. Our ninja program is growing fast and we are looking for the leaders who want to help shape, encourage, and grow our ninjas of all ages. Must be at least 16 years of age. Must be available after 4pm on week days and some Saturdays are required. Please Apply
***:This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Ninja Coach is responsible for working with children to help identify their potential through NinjaZone sport by providing high-quality instruction and guidance. The Ninja Coach is responsible for teaching and choreographing fun and safe classes that create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment. Assists in membership development and retention by effectively building community within the class.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational ninja classes to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
Provides appropriate supervision at all times.
Helps create class lesson plans specific to the class being taught that allow participants to progress their skills in accordance with their ages and abilities, modifying as needed to meet the needs of participants.
Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants and parents, helping them connect with each other and the YMCA.
Models welcoming, connecting, motivating and affirming behaviors.
Treats participants fairly and equally, allowing them to feel good and confident about themselves and their progress.
Builds excitement for the sport of ninja and delivers high energy classes every week.
Celebrates achievement of program participants related to program or personal goals, mastering specific skills or improving overall health and wellbeing.
Communicates progress with parents/guardians as appropriate.
Keeps accurate class attendance records, aiming for continual retention and growth. Obtain roster of paid participants at the beginning of session and inform supervisor of any discrepancies.
Ensures completion of daily equipment checks and completes daily cleaning tasks.
Obtains and maintains required certifications, completes mandatory staff training and participates in required staff meetings. Participates in special events as assigned.
Supports mission, vision and direction of the Crossroads YMCA. Actively promotes all YMCA programs and activities and supports YMCA campaign initiatives. Be knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA annual support campaign.
Accept additional assignments as deemed appropriate, within the scope of the job description

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum age 16 required.
Must have 12 months experience in participating in gymnastics/karate/taekwondo or similar training, with prior experience teaching lessons preferred.
Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED & First Aid and New Leader Orientation.
Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problemsolving skills.
Ability to relate and communicate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
Must have a passion for learning, working with youth/families, and the sport in general.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

_ The National YMCA Mission:
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_ To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all._

Mission Advancement_:_ Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.
Collaboration:_ Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person's point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness_:_ Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a highvalue experience for members.
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