YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is hiring: Specialty Instructor - Y Play Studio in

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As a thought‑leader and best‑in‑class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community‑building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non‑profits serving the Atlanta area. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

Nature And Scope

Under the direction of the Director(s), the Specialty Instructor (non‑sports) is responsible for implementing specific training and skill development. The Specialty Instructor demonstrates, explains, and teaches skills to individuals or groups, helping beginner learners.

This position must perform duties in accordance with the policies, goals, mission, values, and objectives established by the Metropolitan Atlanta YMCA, Branch Strategic Plan, Safety Protocols, and Member Services Guidelines and Non‑negotiables. Emphasis will be placed on member service, program knowledge, member/staff safety, and communication with members and staff.

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to)

• Provide instruction in non‑sports related activities.
• Participate in special events and activities related to your specialty.
• Maintain effective relationships with schools, parents, participants, and other groups.
• Create an environment that provides various activities and instruction to support program goals.
• Answer inquiries from participants, parents, volunteers, or other stakeholders and provide timely information.
• Attend staff meetings and approved training as required.
• Conduct assessments of program participants.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have 2+ years of experience as a teacher or instructor, or language fluency if teaching a language other than English.
• Must currently hold or be able to acquire any required certification.
• Knowledge of how to instruct.
• Ability to motivate, teach, and lead participants.
• High degree of interpersonal communication, conflict management, and customer service skills to tactfully enforce all rules and regulations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with participants, parents, volunteers, and staff.
• Must obtain any other certifications, including CPR/First Aid, required for the position within 30 days of hire date.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.

Ergonomic Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk, run, sit, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift up to 60 pounds.

Employment and Benefits package

This job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc. Employment, benefits, and compensation are commensurate with experience and the role.

Employment Requirement

• Ability to pass a pre‑employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) according to company policy.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Location: Northwest Cobb YMCA