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Legends Global

Basketball Instructor - ComEd Recreational Facility

Legends Global, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Basketball Instructor – Part‑Time / Non‑Exempt Reports to: Facilities Manager

ComEd Rec Center is looking for an experienced and motivated coach to lead programming in the Children’s Athletes department. The coach will call the plays, encourage development and learning, and ensure members and their kids have the best sports experience. The role embodies our culture to inspire, teach and motivate members.

Candidate Characteristics

Motivational and inspires athletes to improve and work hard

Knowledgeable about the skills and tactics of sports

Excellent communication skills with players, parents and program coordinators

Good character and a positive role model

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provides instruction and supervision to patrons in sports, games, and competitive athletics.

Demonstrates proper techniques and skills for recreation and athletics.

Adapts programs to reflect differing levels of participant skill development.

Provides instruction in advanced strategies of team and individual sports, physical fitness, and conditioning.

Provides information on rules of individual and team sports.

Explains basics of organized activities.

Enforces and promotes safety guidelines for recreation and athletic activities.

Resolves conflicts among participants.

Officiates team and individual sports.

Promotes sportsmanship and encourages creativity in participants.

Communicates constructively with participants, parents, volunteers and community.

Other job responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements

Previous teaching experience in a group setting required.

Ability to teach fitness classes related to: soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball and general fitness.

Ability to teach programming for all ages and skill levels.

Self‑motivated, with excellent communication and customer service skills.

Punctual, reliable, organized, and responsible.

Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs.

Ensures that safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are adhered to.

Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications Must possess current Red Cross CPR certification, Certified Instructor (ACE, AFAA) or equivalent. Additional specialty/certifications preferred.

Hours

Monday 3:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Tuesday 3:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Thursday 3:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Friday 3:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Requires flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays.

Hourly Rate $19.00 per hour

Benefits

Paid Leave Accrual

Sick Time Accrual

401(k) once eligibility is met

Physical Demands Frequent walking, standing, sitting for long hours and working with fitness equipment. Must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally assist participants. Endurance required to complete assigned fitness program instruction.

To Apply Only candidates that apply through our online system will be considered. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application may contact 312‑235‑7148.

Contact Recruiter: Maggie Szot Phone: 312‑235‑7148 Soldier Field – ASM Global 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605

Equal Opportunity Employer ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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