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What are Day Program Instructors?

Day Program Instructors are professionals who work with individuals, often those with developmental disabilities or special needs, in structured daytime programs. They plan and facilitate activities that promote skill development, socialization, and independence. Their responsibilities may include teaching daily living skills, supporting community integration, and ensuring participants' safety and well-being. Day Program Instructors also collaborate with other staff and families to create individualized plans and track progress.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Day Program Instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Day Program Instructor, you need experience in education or human services, knowledge of developmental disabilities, and usually a high school diploma or higher. Familiarity with individualized service plans (ISPs), documentation software, and basic assistive technology is often required. Patience, creativity, and strong interpersonal skills help instructors effectively engage participants and build positive relationships. These abilities ensure safe, supportive, and enriching environments that promote participant growth and well-being.

What are some common challenges faced by Day Program Instructors, and how can they be managed?

Day Program Instructors often work with individuals who have varying needs and abilities, which can present challenges in adapting activities and communication styles. Managing group dynamics, ensuring participant engagement, and handling unexpected behavioral issues are typical aspects of the role. Successful instructors rely on patience, strong interpersonal skills, and collaboration with colleagues and support staff to create a positive and inclusive environment. Ongoing training and support from the organization can also help instructors effectively address these challenges and foster participant growth.
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Certified Sports Instructor

Certified Sports Instructor

YMCA of South Hampton Roads

Franklin, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

The Certified Sports Instructor is a leader who shows a high level of commitment to program success. An instructor has the authority to make decisions regarding the safety and well-being of all members and non-members who may be participating within the program. Instructors shall always be approachable and dedicated to providing participants with the most enjoyable experience possible. The Certified Sports Instructor shall teach safe challenging classes, which promote self-discipline, fitness and confidence. In addition, the Certified Sports Instructor will incorporate the values of honesty, respect, caring, faith and responsibility into the daily functions of the YMCA.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  1. Teach safe and challenging classes.
  2. Plan classes and tailor them to the skill level of the students to include new techniques, the practice of basic moves and language appropriate to the sport.
  3. Demonstrate techniques and help students perfect their own techniques.
  4. Motivate participants to succeed through each promotional level or recital in order to build confidence.
  5. Adhere to class format as listed in class description.
  6. Develop and oversee leadership abilities in participants through recognition, i.e., assistant instructor, junior leader, and student of the month.
  7. Schedule promotional testing or recitals of participants.
  8. Maintain records of participant's level to meet general requirements for promotion, if applicable.
  9. Place, pick-up and deliver orders for uniforms and other supplies to participants.
  10. Attend staff meetings as required.
  11. Fill out incident reports for all accidents that occur.
  12. Promote the sport program through yearly demonstrations to the public.
  13. Abide by YMCA COVID-19 sanitation practices/standards to include maintaining the cleanliness of the Lobby and the Wellness floors
  14. Follows all YMCA policies and procedures
  15. Other duties as assigned

Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Must be at least 21 years of age
  2. Possess the ability to deal with a variety of different personalities, as well as learning level of participants.
  3. Must maintain a certification from a nationally recognized organization or substitution of two years of sport related education above the high school level.
  4. Must have a minimum of 2 years instructor experience and possess a strong knowledge of sport theory, training principles, techniques and practices
  5. Maintain all required sport certifications where applicable (active)
  6. CPR/First Aid/AED/O2 (within 30 days of hire)

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: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.
  • Walk, run, stand, climb, kneel, sit on floor and get back up, stoop, and jump.
  • Continuous operations requiring attention to detail and multi-tasking.
  • Lift and pull up to 50 pounds.
  • Stand or sit for long periods.
  • Physically able to successfully complete required certifications.
  • Perform the duties of direct reports.

BACKGROUND CHECKS
An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and reference checks, E-Verify, drug test, driver's license record, and/or a Child Protective Services Check (CPS). Additional driver's license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.

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