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What is the Organization's purpose/product/service?

The Y of Central Maryland is a charitable organization dedicated to developing the full potential of every individual through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Health & wellness services and programs, youth and adult sports, camps, pre-school (inclusive of Head Start) and enrichment before and after school programs are delivered through ten Family Center Ys, and approximately 80 other locations throughout Baltimore City and Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Harford, and Howard Counties. Our programs and services are not viewed as ends in and of themselves but rather as a means to a larger end: to connect families and individuals to each other and the community, to help children, youth, adults and seniors live more productive, healthy and engaged lives. We are open to all and actively fundraise to support financial aid for anyone who can not otherwise afford our services. The Y is the largest private provider of child care and health and wellness programs and services in the state and as such has a tremendous opportunity to have a true community impact. We look for staff and volunteers who are energized by this idea and want to work in an environment where helping others is expected, rewarded and encouraged.

Describe the interns responsibilities.

The YMCA was founded on a selfless spirit of service and volunteerism, and has remained throughout history a powerful force for bringing people together in communities to address pressing social challenges with innovation, creativity and sustainability. As the largest provider of childcare in the state, the Y of Central Maryland is an industry leader in child and youth development. At the Y we are working to keep youth engaged in positive and healthy ways in an environment that promotes healthy living and being active. We currently have openings throughout Central Maryland at the following locations: Catonsville Family Center; Towson Family Center; Perry Hall Family Center and Owen Brown Child Care located in Columbia, Maryland. We need your assistance to create an educational and developmental support for children and families. We are seeking qualified individuals at least 18 years of age to work 6 to 10 hours per week as a Fit N Fun Instructor. In this position you will be responsible for the implementation of a 12-week strategic health and physical education curriculum designed to make improvements in the areas of muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, cardio respiratory endurance and body composition. Additionally, staff will lead the implementation of physical fitness pre and post-testing, in an effort to demonstrate improvement in physical fitness levels. Staff will also be expected to attend and actively participate in team meetings conference calls and special community events.

Describe the skill sets a successful candidate will have for this position.

A background in athletics and physical fitness One or more years of experience working with children in a structured setting. Have good communication skills and display an outgoing personality. Ability to lead a class, respond to safety and emergency situations, motivate and educate members, and set up, move and store class equipment. (Up to 50 lbs.)




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