This position works on the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids sports team and will lead training sessions at each branch location, based on need.
OUR CULTURE:
Guiding Principles describe our behaviors to support our organization’s work throughout its life in all circumstances, irrespective of changes in goals, strategies, and leadership. Our Guiding Principles are as follows: We CULTIVATE-We grow staff and volunteer leaders who will be stewards of the Y mission, resources, and opportunities. We OWN-We think long-term and act on behalf of the organization, beyond our own team. We WELCOME-We are inclusive of all people and all communities. We SERVE-We provide timely and excellent service to members, volunteers, community, and each other. We LEARN-We are never done learning and always seek to improve. We are curious about new possibilities and act to explore them. We UNITE-We work together to achieve big goals and speak as one voice. We RESPECT-We treat others with kindness and speak positively about other people in all situations. We PLAY-We celebrate, appreciate, and have fun!
The YMCA of Great Grand Rapids utilizes a Membership By Design framework, which is a member involvement and community building model for YMCAs across the country. All staff members—front-line, management, full- and part-time—and volunteers have a role to play in member engagement. These responsibilities can be broken into six steps:
POSITION SUMMARY:
The soccer instructor will plan, develop, and implement soccer curriculum for the YMCA Soccer Excellence program. This position requires face-to-face leadership in these programs and may involve early morning, evening, and weekend responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Association.
COMPENSATION
$20.00 - $24.71 ; Part Time, Non Exempt (up to 25 hours/week)
BENEFITS:
QUALIFICATIONS
5+ years of experience in soccer programming and instruction; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required. Soccer coaching at high school level or higher preferred and/or collegiate or professional player preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
TRAVEL:
0-5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.