Sports Instructor

THE SALVATION ARMY

NORTH & CENTRAL ILLINOIS DIVISION

Ray and Joan Kroc Corp Community Center

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: R3 Youth Sports Instructor

PEOPLE MANAGER: No

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

WHO WE ARE

At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to Doing the Most Good. We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors

KROC CENTER CHICAGO VISION: Kroc Center Chicago is a community center where families, individuals and relationships thrive in the name of Jesus.

JOB SUMMARY

Sports Instructor will Instruct youth ages 11-21 on the fundamentals of sports, such as basketball, soccer, volleyball, and flag football. Help them develop their skills, sportsmanship, and fair play.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to the following:

1. Create lesson plans and itineraries to engage youth and develop their skills.
2. Lead practices, games, and tournaments. Ensure equal playing time for all players.
3. Ensure a safe playing environment by following safety guidelines and protocols. Observe and enforce facility rules and regulations.
4. Communicate with parents and guardians about program activities, schedules, and participant progress.
5. Set up and clean-up program areas. Maintain a clean and organized program area.
6. Attend in-service training programs and be aware of all facility procedures.
7. Be responsible for team equipment and ensure it is age-appropriate and in good condition.
8. Report problems or needs to management.
9. Sports instructors may also diagnose and remedy form-related issues, analyze gait, and coach mental agility.
10. Creating strategies to
    
    
    
    1. Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies, Procedures, and Code of Ethics
    2. Maintain regular and punctual work
    
    
    
    
11. In contacts related to this position's duties, this individual acts as a representative of The Salvation Army and its mission.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Education: A bachelor's degree in a related field, such as sports science or physical education, is preferred. High School Diploma required with 4 years of experience in sports instruction.

Certification: CPR and First Aid certification is required or must be obtained within the first 90 days.

Training: Completion of an instructor's training program or a sports coaching certification course is preferred.

Experience: Experience working with children in a sports or recreational setting, and experience playing the sport you wish to teach are often required.

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead and motivate children
• Knowledge of sports rules and regulations
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Refined communication and coordination techniques
• Ability to engage children, students, and staff in a professional manner
• Well-honed sports-related diagnostic abilities
• A willingness to promote the mission of The Salvation Army.

JOB LIMITATIONS

• This individual will only commit Army resources that have been allocated or approved.
• This individual will adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position's work environment will be at the Kroc Center, working indoors and outdoors depending on what sport you are teaching.
• Youth sports instructors will work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Youth sports instructors may work in extreme weather conditions, such as heat.
• Youth sports instructors may be exposed to noise and dust.
• Youth sports instructors may need to be able to stand, walk, and run for extended periods of time, and may need to lift and carry equipment.

COMPETENCIES

1. Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters and maintains positive relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
2. Resolve conflicts in a positive manner.
3. Treat staff, clients, and visitors with courtesy.
4. Respect others' property and person.
5. Use professional and appropriate communication to and about co-workers, supervisors and subordinates.
6. Support the Mission of The Salvation Army by treating every donor, contact and colleague with respect and dignity, and without discrimination of any kind.