Recreational Instructor

KEENE FAMILY YMCA JOB Description

Job Title: Recreational Instructor Pay Grade: 2

FLSA Status: Part Time-Non-Exempt Pay Range: $12.82-$16.02-$19.23

Reports to: Recreation Coordinator Revision Date: 3.10.2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

Supports the work of the Y a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development healthy living and social responsibility. Builds members and the communitys understanding of the YMCAs impact.

This position helps in developing supporting and instruction of Y programs in a variety of program areas at the YMCA in a safe enjoyable culturally aware and positive environment that promotes youth development social responsibility and healthy living following YMCA policies and procedures. Program areas may include Gymnastics Ninja Fitness PE Teens Adults Aquatics Climbing Wall and Pickleball.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our the Y we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: We support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: more than anything else we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Builds personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members participants volunteers and guests. While exemplifying Ys commitment to the four-character values of caring honesty respect & responsibility and responding to all member and community inquiries promptly.
2. Supports the development leadership and instruction of educational classes and programs that are engaging fun culturally inclusive and safe following the direction of the supervisor to advance the YMCAs mission and goals.
3. Helps to set up new program activities and expand programs in youth and adult sports with a focus on youth development and healthy living following strategic operating plans.
4. Answer questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living youth development and social responsibility.
5. Convey program information surveys and annual campaigns to participants.
6. Follow all YMCA emergency and safety procedures.
7. Upholds all YMCA policies procedures standards and code of conduct.
8. Project a positive enthusiastic and professional image on the job.
9. Fulfills any other functions designated by the YMCA Administration.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be able to implement oral and written instructions.
2. 1-2 years of earlier experience working with all ages in a recreational or educational setting.
3. 5 years of working with all ages in a recreational educational setting or coaching is preferred.
4. Knowledge of program management. Ie. Sports Leagues are preferred.