Sports Instructor

Sports Instructor

Goodwin Recruiting

Tarrytown, NY

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Sports Instructor

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? We are seeking high-energy, driven individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are excited by challenge, teamwork, safety, and personal growth.

This is not a typical job. It is a full-time, long-term career opportunity in a dynamic guest-facing environment with paid instructor training, advancement potential, commission opportunities, and hands-on career development.


Sports Instructor Benefits and Compensation:
  • Competitive hourly pay, plus commission opportunities and milestone bonuses
  • Paid, industry-leading instructor training provided
  • Relocation stipend provided for both training and final placement
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and paid parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement program to support continued learning and career advancement
  • Confidential wellness coaching, mental health support, and employee assistance resources
  • Employee discounts on venue services, merchandise, and programs
  • Ongoing leadership development and operational training
  • Long-term career advancement opportunities
Sports Instructor Requirements & Qualifications:
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must be available to work full-time
  • Must be willing and able to temporarily relocate for several months of paid training
  • Must be able to pass a post-offer employment test assessing physical strength, stamina, endurance, and agility
  • Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and flexible operating schedules
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage guests in a positive, professional, and confident manner
  • Team-first mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
  • Strong safety awareness with the ability to follow procedures, enforce standards, and make sound decisions under pressure
  • Friendly, approachable personality with strong guest service instincts
  • Physically capable of performing active, hands-on work for extended periods
  • Ability to remain calm, focused, and professional in physically demanding situations
  • No prior instructor experience required; paid training is provided
Sports Instructor Preferred Background & Skills:
  • Experience in fitness, personal training, coaching, athletics, sports, active recreation, or physically demanding work environments
  • Background in competitive sports, gymnastics, dance, performing arts, martial arts, climbing, military service, aviation, motorsports, circus arts, aerial performance, or other high-performance environments
  • Experience working in fast-paced, customer-facing environments such as entertainment, attractions, recreation, hospitality, fitness, retail, restaurants, events, or guest services
  • Exposure to safety procedures, CPR, First Aid, emergency response, guest waivers, risk management, or compliance standards
  • Strong interest in sales, guest engagement, repeat business, memberships, packages, and building client relationships
  • Desire to grow into higher-level instructor, leadership, training, or management opportunities



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About Goodwin Recruiting

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REACH: We have successfully recruited in the hospitality, medical, finance and accounting, and manufacturing and engineering industries. We have a diverse group of clients within each of our industries that support our ability to connect candidates with the opportunities that are right for them. DEPTH: We approach things a little differently than most recruiting companies. We build relationships with our clients and candidates in order to aid in making a successful long-term match. SUPPORT: As a job seeker, there are no fees - we are here to support and assist you in finding that successful long-term match. We pride ourselves on being partners and guides with our candidates and clients as we develop an intelligent, hand-tailored process that does not waste their time.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Exeter, NH, US

Year founded

1999



Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Sports Instructor?

A: To succeed as a Sports Instructor, key technical skills include expertise in the specific sport or activity being taught, as well as knowledge of safety protocols, injury prevention, and first aid. Soft skills such as effective communication, patience, and the ability to motivate and engage students are also crucial, as they enable instructors to create a supportive learning environment and adapt to diverse student needs. By combining these technical and interpersonal strengths, Sports Instructors can build strong relationships with students, foster a positive learning atmosphere, and drive student success and growth.

Q: What is the career path for a Sports Instructor?

A: A Sports Instructor's typical career progression involves starting as an Entry-Level Instructor, teaching group fitness classes or coaching sports teams, and progressing to a Mid-Level role such as a Program Coordinator or Assistant Manager, overseeing programs and staff. At the senior level, a Sports Instructor can become a Department Head or Director, responsible for leading teams and developing strategic plans for the organization. Throughout their career, Sports Instructors can develop skills in leadership, program development, and customer service, with opportunities to specialize in areas like sports management, coaching, or fitness training.



Goodwin Recruiting job posting for a Sports Instructor in Tarrytown, NY with a salary of $17 to $27 Hourly and benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, and PTO with a map of Tarrytown location.