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Ninja Zone Coach

YMCA Of Youngstown


Job Location:

Boardman, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 4 September 2026 (9 days ago)
Application Deadline: 2 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: NinjaZone Coach
FLSA Status: Non-exempt/ Hourly
Status: Part-time
Location: 45 McClurg Rd Boardman OH
Schedule: Weekdays after 3pm and Saturdays


POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development healthy living and social responsibility. Leads and inspires young athletes in NinjaZone classes. Creates a safe welcoming environment while supporting high-quality YMCA programs and modeling the Ys values in every interaction. Promotes and supports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall experience. Creates a culture of transforming lives through friendship achievement and belonging.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Lead & Support Programs Plans and implements the NinjaZone curriculum. Prepares program spaces and equipment communicates program needs to supervisors and assists in monitoring participation and program quality. Communicates with team leaders about supplies and program needs.

Engage Participants & Promote Belonging Teaches movement coordination balance agility and strength-building skills in a structured fun environment. Prepares athletes for seasonal showcases or competitions. Builds meaningful relationships with participants by modeling YMCA values and fostering an environment of friendship achievement and belonging while also instilling the NinjaZone core values of Focused Energy Work Ethic and Self-Responsibility. Encourages participation and involvement in YMCA programs.

Ensure Safety & Compliance Maintains a safe environment while fostering confidence and progress by following YMCA policies and procedures related to facility use medical and disciplinary situations child abuse prevention and emergencies. Completes incident reports as required and maintains necessary certifications and trainings.

Facility & Equipment Care Keeps program areas and equipment clean organized and functional. Reports maintenance or repair needs promptly and uses YMCA resources responsibly.

Collaborate & Promote YMCA Mission Works collaboratively with supervisors colleagues and other departments to support YMCA programs member engagement marketing efforts fundraising activities and overall mission advancement.

Professional Development & Organizational Support Attends required meetings and trainings maintains certifications and performs other duties as assigned to support YMCA operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Experience working with children
  2. Passion for movement fitness or sports training
  3. Commitment to the season and availability on evenings and weekends
  4. Demonstrate a fun energetic and positive team-player attitude championing the Ys values
  5. Strong interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
  6. Ability to relate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and communities
  7. Comfortable using computers and technology to support program operations.
  8. Requirements upon hire include completion of: New Staff Orientation Child Abuse Prevention Bloodborne Pathogens Employee Sexual Harassment training CPR/AED First Aid and YMCA Leader Certification.
  9. Attain and maintain program-specific certifications and training.

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.
  • Sufficient physical strength and agility to carry out essential duties including playing games standing sitting walking lifting 15 pounds
  • Ability to lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.


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