Full-Time
Sports Instructor
Jiu-Jitsu
Updated on 8/1/2026
YMCA of Greater Boston
1,001-5,000 employees
Community health, child care, youth programs
Compensation Overview
$17 - $18/hr
Waltham, MA, USA
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- One to two years of related experience, such as experience as a sports coach or volunteer, is preferred.
- The ability to communicate effectively with children and parents is required.
- Expertise in a variety of sports and the ability to work independently are required.
- Excellent relationship-building and conflict-resolution skills are required to facilitate positive relationships with parents, staff, children, and community partners.
- Excellent coaching skills, including clear instruction, feedback, and positive motivation, are required.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and planning skills are required.
- The ability to manage small and large groups of children and adults is required.
- Candidates must complete CPR, First Aid, Emergency Oxygen, and Child Abuse Prevention Training; these trainings are provided upon hire.
- Coach sports programs using provided curriculum and personally designed curriculum, emphasizing skill development, sportsmanship, and the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
- Demonstrate designed skills and outcomes to foster learning and skill development.
- Maintain group focus and attention during activities and positively redirect participants when needed.
- Meet players at their age and skill level and challenge them with achievable skills, drills, and games appropriate for their age group.
- Maintain a safe playing environment by reducing risks, ensuring guidelines are followed, and providing age-appropriate play.
- Prepare for each class session by reviewing and practicing skills, drills, and activities; set up the playing field in advance and clean up afterward.
- Provide real-time feedback to players to help them improve their skills, using positive encouragement and motivational statements.
- Serve as a role model and set expectations for participant behavior.
- Communicate with parents and share successes, challenges, and information professionally and respectfully.
- Keep accurate attendance records.
- Ensure attendance, participation, and safety policies and procedures are followed at all times.
- Attend meetings, required trainings, events, and additional YMCA functions as needed.
- Engage with families, children, and other YMCA employees as a leader for the YMCA.
- One to two years of related experience, such as experience as a sports coach or volunteer.
The YMCA of Greater Boston runs a network of facilities and program sites that provide health and wellness programming, child care, summer camps, youth sports, teen leadership programs, workforce development, and community outreach in Massachusetts. Its programs work by offering membership-accessible activities and schedules across locations, enabling families and individuals to participate in fitness, child care, camps, sports leagues, leadership trainings, and job readiness services through on-site programs and community partnerships. The organization differentiates itself by being the largest social services provider in Massachusetts with a broad, integrated set of services focused on wellness, youth development, education, and employment in a community-based, nonprofit model. Its goal is to strengthen communities by improving health, developing young people, and expanding economic opportunity through accessible programs and support services.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$40K
Headquarters
Boston, Massachusetts
Founded
1851
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Sonia Chang-Diaz strengthens access to Massachusetts policymakers, philanthropists, and civic leaders.
- Clearer mission messaging can expand support for youth development and social services programs.
- Facilities modernization can attract capital donors focused on energy efficiency and asset stewardship.
What critics are saying
- Public misperception still limits relevance, despite years of rebranding work.
- Saturated fitness markets constrain membership growth and pricing power.
- Politicized external affairs execution can stall the rebrand and damage partner trust.
What makes YMCA of Greater Boston unique
- First chief external affairs officer role consolidates policy, partnerships, communications, and fundraising.
- Brand strategy targets a broader civic role beyond the traditional "gym and swim" image.
- Facilities and sustainability investments support long-term infrastructure, member experience, and capital fundraising.
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