Student Worker - Sports Instructor

Job Title: Student Worker - Sports Instructor

Job Classification:Community Service Student

Department: Off Campus Community Service

Hiring Manager: Vicki Deckard

Contact:

Work Schedule: Flexible Working Hours. Must be available weekday evenings and Saturdays

Desired Length of Employment: Fall 2025/Spring 2026 August 3 2025 - May 9 2026

Pay Rate: $13-$15

Key Components:

This position is reserved for Federal Work Study (FWS) students only. The Sports Instructor assists with the coaching and operations of assigned programs as well as officiating assigned games and competitions. Our sports programs include Basketball Flag Football Gymnastics Soccer T-Ball and Volleyball. Responsible for courteous relations with all members program participants and visitors.

• In a student employee capacity may assist in working with external community service partners.
• Essential Functions
  • Officiate all assigned games and competitions. Know and follow all rules and regulations for each sports program.
  • Keep playing and gymnastics areas safe and clear of obstructions during class and game times.
  • Take part in demonstrations clinics or exhibition games as needed.
  • Serve as scorekeeper as needed.
  • Assist in set-up and take-down of sports equipment as needed.
  • Arrive 5-10 minutes before shift starts and be prepared to stay until the last participant is gone.
  • Be ready to initiate activities participate in activities and interact with participants.
  • Maintain appropriate records as required by Director.
  • Know emergency procedures and report incidents or injuries completing reports as required.
  • Must be able to supervise and work positively with large groups.
• Qualifications:
  • Must be knowledgeable of the rules and regulation of various sports.
  • General knowledge of fitness and wellness.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Weeknight and weekend availability are required.
  • Ability to maintain a calm professional presence when handling stressful or difficult situations.
  • Be willing to uphold the YMCAs core values of caring honesty responsibility respect and faith.
  • Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • CPR/ First Aid Certification required within 30 days of hire.
  • Be able to pass reference check pre-employment drug screen background check and sex offender check.

Job Description:

• Work with local organization(s) or community partners
• Provide excellent customer service as a representative of the University
• May assist with planning organizing and implementing community services or programs
• May assist with various projects activities or tasks related to community projects
• May contribute to developing and maintaining good relationships with internal and external partners
• May serve as a source to provide information about resources and assistance related to community program(s) or service(s)
• May serve to enhance outreach for the greater Waco community
• Ensure confidentiality of all pertinent information
• May prepare and present information in a group or workshop setting
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylors mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
  

Employer: Baylor University

Work Location: Greater Waco YMCA

Work Address: 6800 Harvey Drive Waco TX 76710