Sports Coordinator

Sports Coordinator

The Sports Coordinator is a hands-on role responsible for teaching, developing, and growing youth sports programming at the Demakes Family YMCA. Working directly with children ages 2–13, this position delivers engaging, age-appropriate instruction in basketball, soccer, track, and other indoor sports while creating a positive, welcoming environment for youth and families. The Sports Coordinator also oversees sports instructors, manages class scheduling, and contributes to the program guide — playing a key role in expanding the YMCA's sports offerings and deepening community connection.

Qualifications

• Must be 20 years of age or older.
• Experience coaching, teaching, or instructing youth sports (ages 2–13) required.
• Ability to instruct in multiple sports including basketball, soccer, track, and indoor sports.
• Experience supervising or leading other instructors or staff preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with children, families, and staff.
• Energetic, patient, and committed to creating a positive experience for every participant.
• CPR and First Aid certified (or willing to obtain — YMCA offers certification opportunities).
• Must obtain and maintain all required certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire.

Essential Functions

Instruction & Programming

• Directly teach youth sports classes in basketball, soccer, track, and other indoor sports for children ages 2–13, delivering age-appropriate, skill-building instruction.
• Design and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate curricula for each sport and age group.
• Foster a fun, inclusive, and encouraging environment where every child feels welcomed and supported.
• Model positive sportsmanship, teamwork, and healthy habits in every interaction with youth and families.

Staff & Scheduling

• Oversee and support sports class instructors, providing guidance, feedback, and day-to-day direction.
• Build and manage the sports class schedule, ensuring adequate coverage and smooth program delivery.
• Contribute to the YMCA program guide, ensuring sports offerings are accurately represented and attractively communicated.

Program Growth & Family Engagement

• Actively work to grow sports program enrollment through quality programming, relationship-building, and outreach to youth and families.
• Engage with parents and caregivers before and after classes to build trust, share progress, and encourage continued participation.
• Identify opportunities to expand sports offerings and introduce new programming based on community interest and need.
• Coordinate sports special events, clinics, and family-facing activities.

Operations & Compliance

• Maintain accurate attendance records and provide program reports and rosters as required.
• Ensure compliance with all state and local regulations and YMCA of Metro North policies and procedures.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed at all times during sports programming.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to actively demonstrate and participate in sports activities, including running, jumping, and physical instruction. Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to supervise and engage children ages 2–13 in indoor and outdoor athletic settings.

The YMCA of Metro North is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.