Soccer Instructor (Northwest)

Why Your Role Matters

Embark on an exciting journey as a Soccer Clinic Instructor at the Greater Austin YMCA, where you'll dive into a world of energy, teamwork, and fun! Our youth soccer clinics provide an enriching and supportive environment for athletes ages 4–14. Clinics are conducted weekly and are session-based (typically four classes per session). The curriculum focuses on building strong soccer fundamentals through skill demonstrations, drills, conditioning, and game play - helping participants develop passing, dribbling, shooting, and teamwork. You’ll create positive connections, prioritize safety, and bring our mission of community well-being to life while fostering confidence, sportsmanship, and a love for the game.

How You Make an Impact

• Foster positive relationships with each student, actively engaging to promote their overall development and well-being.
• Prioritize the safety and well-being of children, adhering to policies and procedures, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Maintain open and effective communication with parents of participating students, addressing any concerns or inquiries as needed.
• Keep accurate records to track student attendance in clinic sessions.
• Conduct warm-up sessions as assigned by the supervisor, ensuring that students are properly prepared for clinic activities.
• Be prepared to administer first aid as needed and complete the required incident and accident paperwork.
• Assist the facility supervisor in setting up and taking down courts or play areas as required.
• Promote the YMCA's character values, mission, wellness philosophy, and role in the community.
• Lead by example the Y’s mission, vision, and values with program participants, members, staff, and guests.
• Become an Ambassador of the Y’s work and culture by being the ultimate storyteller of who we are as an organization and brand.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Y

• Minimum 16 years of age or older,
• Experience in being part of a sports team or passion for teaching sports.
• Instructor experience preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certifications (must be obtained within 30 days of employment).
• Growth Mindset: Learn and improve to better serve members and the mission.
• Team Player: Work collaboratively with others and support a positive team environment.
• Communicates Effectively: Listen actively and communicate clearly with members and peers.
• Customer Focused: Anticipates needs and ensures quality, member-centered service.
• Fosters Belonging: Ensure everyone feels welcomed, respected, and included.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.