# Sports Instructor at Ymcaboston

> Onsite · United States · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Aymcaboston%3A313683 (read 2026-11-10).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Ymcaboston](https://alderhq.app/companies/ymcaboston)
- Location text: Burbank YMCA, MA
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Onsite · United States (evidence: "Location: Burbank YMCA, MA")
- Posted: already open when tracking began; date unknown
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-07 · last verified: 2026-11-08
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://ymcaboston.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/0d3bd81a-17ac-4db1-a83f-7d4abced8280

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: $33k–$42k per year (from the listing's pay field)
- Market band for similar posted roles (Los Angeles, n 774): p25 $62k, median $91k, p75 $138k

## Description (the employer's text)

The YMCA of Greater Boston is searching for a Sports Instructor to lead a group of children and adults of all ages instructing sports classes. Classes are on weekday afternoons and weekend mornings. Candidate must possess excellent child/parent communication skills, expertise in a variety of sports and the ability to work independently.

Education & Experience:

- One to two years related experience preferred; for example, as an sports coach or volunteer.
- CPR, First Aid and Emergency Oxygen certifications, Child Abuse Prevention Training. These trainings are provided upon hire.
Skills & Competencies:

- Excellent relationship building and conflict resolution skills in order to facilitate positive relationships with parents, staff, children, and community partners.
- Excellent coaching skills providing clear instruction, feedback and positive motivation.
- Detail oriented, strong organizational and planning skills
- Ability to manage small and large groups children and/or adults
Qualities Needed:

- Energetic, motivated and well organized individual who has a passion for children and sports.
### Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

- Coaches sports programs using provided curriculum and curriculum of their own design emphasizing skill development, sportsmanship and the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honest, Respect and Responsibility.
- Demonstrates designed skills and outcomes to foster learning and skill development.
- Maintains group focus and attention to activities being run, has strong coaching presence able to positively redirect participants where needed.
- Meets players where they are at in age and skill level. Challenges them with achievable skills, drills and games appropriate for their age group.
- Maintains a safe playing environment by reducing risks, ensures guidelines are followed, and age appropriate play.
- Prepares for each class session reviewing and practicing skills, drills and activities. Sets up play field in advance, cleans up after.
- Provides feedback to players in real time to help them improve their skills, uses positive encouragement and motivational statements.
- Serves as a role model setting the tone of expected behavior.
- Communicates with parents. Shares successes, challenges and information in a professional and respectful manner.
- Keeps accurate records for attendance.
- Ensures policies and procedures for attendance, participation and safety are followed at all times.
- Attends meetings, required trainings, events and additional functions within the YMCA as needed.
- To be seen as a leader for our Y by engaging with families, children and other Y employees.

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