Professional Development Instructor Jobs in Ilion, NY

YMCA OF THE GREATER TRI-VALLEY JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Archery Instructor/ Open Shoot Attendant

FLSA Status: Non-exempt Job Grade: Part-Time

Reports to: Program Director Revision Date: 08/31/2026

Leadership Level: Staff     Primary Function/Department: Youth & Family

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Archery Instructor at YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley serves others by intentionally welcoming, connecting, and supporting them and inviting them to get involved and give back to the community.

OUR CULTURE:  

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In 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: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Teach fundamental archery skills, including range safety, equipment handling, shooting technique, aiming, and proper form.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate archery lessons, activities, games, and skill-building exercises.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming archery range in accordance with YMCA policies and established safety standards.
• Inspect and properly maintain bows, arrows, targets, and other archery equipment.
• Establish and consistently reinforce range rules and safe equipment practices.
• Adapt instruction to accommodate different ages, abilities, learning styles, and experience levels.
• Encourage participants to set personal goals and recognize progress rather than focusing solely on competition or scores.
• Incorporate character-building lessons into archery activities, emphasizing:
  • Focus: Learning to concentrate and stay present.
  • Discipline: Practicing consistently and following safety procedures.
  • Patience: Understanding that improvement takes time and practice.
  • Responsibility: Caring for equipment and taking ownership of personal actions.
  • Perseverance: Learning from mistakes and continuing to work toward goals.
  • Respect: Demonstrating respect for instructors, teammates, competitors, equipment, and the range.
  • Honesty: Keeping accurate scores and demonstrating integrity, whether winning or losing.
  • Confidence: Building self-esteem through skill development and personal achievement.
• Foster teamwork and positive relationships among participants while maintaining appropriate individual challenges.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor for youth participants.
• Provide constructive feedback and encouragement that helps participants develop both archery skills and life skills.
• Recognize and celebrate individual growth, effort, sportsmanship, and character development.
• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, YMCA staff, and program leadership regarding participant progress and concerns.
• Follow all YMCA policies, emergency procedures, child protection guidelines, and applicable safety requirements.
• Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and professional-development opportunities.
• Assist with demonstrations, special events, competitions, camps, and other YMCA programs as needed.
•  Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youth.
• Attends required abuse risk management training.
• Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising youth.
• Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations. 
• Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Communication
• Developing Self & Others
• Inclusion

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with Archery preferred
• Complete USA Archery Level 1 certification before teaching class 
• Ability to and at least one year of experience developing positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
• Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Ability to respond to emergency situations and act accordingly.
• Must meet all Association-Wide training requirements in addition to those set forth by their supervisor.
• Must be able to pass a Nationwide Criminal and Sex Offender Registry Background Screening.
• Must ensure that the physical and social environments for program delivery reflect the Y’s definition of character and values