Position Summary
Help young athletes discover what they're capable of. As the After School Track & Field Instructor (Temporary), you'll introduce elementary and middle school students to the excitement of track and field while helping them build confidence, develop athletic skills, and experience the power of teamwork, perseverance, and personal achievement. Through engaging practices, skill development, conditioning, and positive coaching, you'll create an environment where every participant is encouraged to challenge themselves, celebrate progress, and enjoy being active. Whether a student is trying track and field for the first time or developing existing skills, you'll help create an experience that inspires a lifelong love of movement and healthy living. This is a temporary, seasonal, grant-funded position supporting a school-year track and field initiative from August 1 through October 31.
How You'll Make an Impact
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Lead engaging track and field practices that teach fundamental skills, sportsmanship, teamwork, and healthy competition.
- Create a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment where every participant feels supported and motivated to achieve their personal best.
- Plan age appropriate activities that build endurance, coordination, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for physical activity.
- Organize practices, skill challenges, meets, and other activities that celebrate individual growth and team success.
- Build positive relationships with students, families, school staff, and YMCA Team Members while ensuring a safe and high quality program experience.
Schedule
This is a temporary, seasonal position expected to run August 1 through October 31 during the school year. Instructors typically work 2 to 4 days per week, averaging 6 to 10 hours per week, with shifts scheduled on school days between approximately 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Paid training and professional development are provided throughout the season.
Who We're Looking For
This role is ideal for someone who believes sports can change lives. Whether you're a coach, former athlete, physical education instructor, collegiate athlete, or track and field enthusiast, you'll thrive in this role if you're passionate about helping young people build confidence, develop new skills, and discover the joy of movement through positive coaching and encouragement.
Minimum Qualifications
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Eighteen (18) years of age or older.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience coaching, teaching, or leading youth track and field or related sports.
- Knowledge of track and field events, rules, techniques, conditioning, and safe coaching practices.
- Experience working with elementary and middle school youth preferred.
- Strong communication skills, emotional maturity, and the ability to build positive, authentic relationships with youth and families.
- Current EMSA First Aid and Adult, Infant, and Child CPR certifications, or the ability to obtain required certifications as a condition of employment.
- Completion of required health screenings and background clearances prior to working with participants.
Why You'll Love Working at the Y
Whether you're looking to coach, inspire young athletes, or stay connected to the sport you love, the Y is a place where your passion can make a lasting impact.
Stay Active. Stay Healthy.
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Free gym membership with access to YMCA centers across Greater Los Angeles.
- Team Member Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support resources.
- Paid Well-Being Day to rest, recharge, and focus on yourself.
Grow Personally & Professionally
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Build your résumé through paid training, certifications, and leadership development.
- Tuition assistance through partner universities, including Capella University, Springfield College, and Strayer University.
- Expand your professional network through the YMCA Professional Network (YPN).
- Opportunities to grow your career with one of the nation's largest YMCA associations.
- 10% employer contribution to the Y Retirement Fund (upon eligibility).
- Tax deferred and Roth 403(b) retirement savings options.
Enjoy Exclusive Team Member Perks
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Save on YMCA programs, including swim lessons, personal training, camps, youth programs, and more.
- Complimentary before and after school child care for eligible Team Members (restrictions apply).
- Free youth sports and enrichment classes for your children, including ballet and martial arts.
Save Every Day
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Enjoy exclusive savings through PerkSpot, plus discounts on wireless services and Dell products.
- Access exclusive financial benefits through Rize Credit Union.
About the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles
At the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. Every day, our Team Members help strengthen communities by creating spaces where children, teens, adults, and families experience belonging, discover their potential, and build meaningful connections. If you're ready to inspire the next generation of athletes while helping young people build confidence, resilience, and healthy habits that last a lifetime, we'd love to welcome you to our team.
