Basketball Instructor - West YMCA

If you're looking to make a difference in a child's life while helping create a fun, positive, and educational sports experience, join the YMCA of Dane County as a Basketball Instructor.

Sports Include:

• Basketball

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Officiate youth sports games in a fair, consistent, and professional manner.
• Maintain control of the game while creating a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants.
• Briefly explain rules and officiating decisions to players in an age-appropriate and respectful way.
• Teach and reinforce the rules of the game throughout play.
• Encourage sportsmanship, teamwork, and YMCA core values among players, coaches, and spectators.
• Communicate effectively with volunteer coaches, parents, and YMCA staff.
• Manage challenging situations calmly and confidently.
• Assist with setting up and taking down equipment as needed.
• Represent the YMCA with professionalism and a positive attitude.

Qualifications:

• Enjoy working with children.
• Strong communication and conflict management skills.
• Ability to confidently manage youth sporting events.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Knowledge of sports rules (training provided as needed).
• Officiating, coaching, or experience working with children is preferred but not required.

Weekend & Evening Hours Available

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits Offered:

• FREE YMCA Membership!
• Flexible scheduling.
• Paid training opportunities.
• The chance to make a lasting impact on young athletes while having fun.

The YMCA of Dane County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.