POSITION PURPOSEUnder general direction provide support and encouragement to assist students in learning the specific progressive or competitive program. Ensure safety and cleanliness of the program area and adherence to all YMCA safety standards and rules. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSConduct YMCA program instruction in accordance with YMCA program standards.Incorporate character development objectives into the program to reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Ensure adherence to YMCA progressive or competitive standards and quality.Ensure that all participants have exited the facility and that the facility is left clean and orderly.Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn YMCA programs and provide an enjoyable YMCA experience.Evaluate program skills, complete progress reports for each session and complete communications for parents. Provide excellent service to members and participants. Communicate all YMCA rules and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable. Participate as a part of the YMCA staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment. Respect others by arriving on time and in accordance with schedule. Wear proper attire and name tag in accordance with YMCA standards. Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.Take attendancePerform other related duties as assigned. ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTSMinimum 16 years of age. Excellent knowledge of instructing in the program area.Ability to perform activities which require sustained concentration and attention. OUR CULTUREAt the YMCA we value CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY in personal character and behavior and believe that they are essential to attaining our mission. OUR MISSIONTo improve lives by connecting people to health, well-being, and to each other. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.