Program Instructor, Active Older Adults
Program Instructor, Active Older Adults
YMCA of Greater Cleveland
Lyndhurst, OH
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Position Summary
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to
strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
The program instructor is responsible for providing age appropriate programs and branch activities. The
program instructor is responsible for implementing program plans and supervising activities in the
program areas. The program instructor will incorporate YMCA Character Development values into each
lesson and reinforce the Y culture. The program instructor is responsible for the keeping the program
area clean and free from clutter, recognize potential hazards, communicate and eliminate hazards relative
to program and program areas. Adheres to policies and responsibilities in the Child Abuse Prevention
Plan. Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate
and consistent with YMCA values. Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
Essential Functions
Plan all activities in advance, be prepared to be on time, with proper material, equipment, and in
proper attire.
Incorporate YMCA Character Development values into each lesson.
Maintain class/participant attendance and student skill accomplishment records.
Keep area clean, recognize potential hazards, communicate and eliminate hazards relative to
program and program areas.
Plan and implement program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate
and consistent with YMCA values.
Adhere to program standards including safety, disinfecting and cleanliness standards.
Attend staff meetings and trainings.
Ensure all classes taught are in accordance with YMCA of Cleveland standards and guidelines.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary
situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Maintain positive relations with patrons and other staff. Model relationship-building skills in all
interactions.
Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum of one year's experience in programming/program growth. (Youth oriented Programming
Certification(s) And Requirements
CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within 30 days of hire.
Adhere to Blood borne Pathogen standards and attend annual training.
Must complete concussion training prior to working in a sports related activity
Must be at least 16 years of age
Technical Skills And Knowledge
Program expertise to instruct / lead class(s), team(s) when assigned instruction is unavailable.
Demonstrated strong customer service skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated team player.
Demonstrate commitment to the mission, cause of the YMCA, and uphold its values and ethics.
Ability to work effectively work with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and
perceptions
Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and
neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process:
completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services
(696-Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management and
human resources department (s).
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
Essential Functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for
extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work
environment.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to
adjust.
Work Environment
Ability to work in a moderate to noisy work environment
Ability to multitask in a changing environment
May be required to work outside and on occasion may encounter inclement weather.
Disclaimer
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list
of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended
at any time.
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to
strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
The program instructor is responsible for providing age appropriate programs and branch activities. The
program instructor is responsible for implementing program plans and supervising activities in the
program areas. The program instructor will incorporate YMCA Character Development values into each
lesson and reinforce the Y culture. The program instructor is responsible for the keeping the program
area clean and free from clutter, recognize potential hazards, communicate and eliminate hazards relative
to program and program areas. Adheres to policies and responsibilities in the Child Abuse Prevention
Plan. Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate
and consistent with YMCA values. Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
Essential Functions
Plan all activities in advance, be prepared to be on time, with proper material, equipment, and in
proper attire.
Incorporate YMCA Character Development values into each lesson.
Maintain class/participant attendance and student skill accomplishment records.
Keep area clean, recognize potential hazards, communicate and eliminate hazards relative to
program and program areas.
Plan and implement program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate
and consistent with YMCA values.
Adhere to program standards including safety, disinfecting and cleanliness standards.
Attend staff meetings and trainings.
Ensure all classes taught are in accordance with YMCA of Cleveland standards and guidelines.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary
situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Maintain positive relations with patrons and other staff. Model relationship-building skills in all
interactions.
Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum of one year's experience in programming/program growth. (Youth oriented Programming
Certification(s) And Requirements
CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within 30 days of hire.
Adhere to Blood borne Pathogen standards and attend annual training.
Must complete concussion training prior to working in a sports related activity
Must be at least 16 years of age
Technical Skills And Knowledge
Program expertise to instruct / lead class(s), team(s) when assigned instruction is unavailable.
Demonstrated strong customer service skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated team player.
Demonstrate commitment to the mission, cause of the YMCA, and uphold its values and ethics.
Ability to work effectively work with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and
perceptions
Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and
neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process:
completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services
(696-Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management and
human resources department (s).
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
Essential Functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for
extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work
environment.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to
adjust.
Work Environment
Ability to work in a moderate to noisy work environment
Ability to multitask in a changing environment
May be required to work outside and on occasion may encounter inclement weather.
Disclaimer
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list
of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended
at any time.
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