CPR Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Develops staff through providing coordinated, targeted, quality training.

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:

1. Develops and teaches class content appropriate to the course description and level; develops appropriate tools necessary to offer quality training; provides feedback to class participants and proper instruction in use of support materials.
2. Facilitates learning through classroom instruction, webinars, and virtual and blended learning; incorporates a variety of presentation methods and applications to accommodate adult learning styles.
3. Provides a safe, caring environment for all participants; enforces all general policies if applicable; completes any necessary reports and forms, i.e., attendance records, certifications, etc..
4. Prepares for training activities, including preparing lesson plans, organizing relevant equipment, etc. May be required to set up and break down materials and equipment used for instruction.
5. Manages classroom environment and adapts instructional style depending on the audience.
6. Makes recommendations to managers regarding participants' overall learning experience, including follow-up study materials.
7. Supports departmental initiatives and identifies ways to enhance learning effectiveness.
8. Serves as a resource for staff in all matters relating to their training expertise.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or GED preferred.
2. Current certification to be an instructor in the discipline desired to instruct. Credentialing as required by state law for the course to be taught or administered. Proof of certification and/or credentials required.
3. Previous experience providing instruction, training others, or other related experience preferred.
4. Ability to communicate course material in a clear and understandable manner.
5. Ability to teach effectively in different learning environments
6. Basic computer/typing skills and demonstrated ability to utilize standard office software.
7. Ability to use online, web-based technology for course-related training documents and for regular communication.
8. Access to transportation to branches and training locations.
9. Must be available to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee is frequently required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.