Volunteer Project Catalog
West Suburban YMCA
Internship Job Title: Aquatics Volunteer Supervisor: Association Aquatics Director Revision Date: January 2026 Start Date: February 2026/Flexible End Date: June 2026/Flexible Total Hours: 5-20 hours, flexible Typical Schedule: TBD based on need and availability Location: TBD - Church Street or Wells Ave, depending on Department need. POSITION SUMMARY: The Aquatics Volunteer will work within our Aquatics program at the West Suburban YMCA, alongside our Aquatics leadership staff. During the internship, the Aquatics Volunteer will gain exposure to the basic inner workings of the aquatics department. Your time spent learning how the Aquatics Department operates will build skill sets and experience to further set you up for your future! Tasks and projects include: Help assist our swim instructors with teaching instructional swim programs, learn how to build engaging lessons plans Organization and taking inventory of aquatics equipment Other relevant tasks as assigned by supervisor 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. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Experience with swim programming. Knowledge of proper swim strokes. Ability to apply in practice the knowledge and skills acquired in the academic setting. Previously competitive swim experience preferred. Basic working knowledge of computer and a willingness to learn new technology. Commitment to consistent, agreed upon schedule. Team player. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an volunter encounters while performing the essential tasks listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This volunteer opportunity operates in a professional office environment and/or on the field, pool and/or basketball courts. While performing the duties of this job, the volunteer is regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk or hear, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and smell. Ability to continuously stand or walk for length of shift. Ability to exhibit swim strokes. Ability to bend, squat, run, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 lbs.
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Internship Job Title: Development Intern Supervisor: Senior Vice President of Mission Advancement Revision Date: January 2026 Start Date: Flexible End Date: Flexible Total Hours: Flexible Typical Schedule: Flexible schedule, but typically M-F during workday POSITION SUMMARY: The Development Intern will work within the Development department at the West Suburban YMCA, alongside our Development team. The Y’s Development Department is responsible for raising $500,000 a year to help advance the Y’s mission, largely used for financial aid to ensure that the Y stays open to all. The Intern will gain exposure to the Y’s basic fundraising operations, including donor acknowledgement and communications, grants research and writing, events, and campaign communications. Specific tasks and projects will be determined based on the Y’s needs at the time and the intern’s interests and abilities. The intern will focus on a well-defined project with a concrete end product. SKILLS ACQUIRED: We hope to build valuable skillsets during your time at the West Suburban YMCA, which will help build your work experience and resume. These skills include, but are not limited to: Teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, adaptability, communication skills, time management (planning/prioritizing), software/systems education, project management and building your network. 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. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Ability to apply in practice the knowledge and skills acquired in the academic setting High customer orientation and friendliness Experience and interest in advancing the mission of the West Suburban YMCA Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Must possess good organizational skills and be efficient in multitasking Ability to work independently and in a group setting Ability to work in a dynamic, changing, and diverse environment Commitment to consistent, agreed upon schedule Team player Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an intern encounters while performing the essential tasks listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This internship operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk or hear, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and smell. Ability to continuously stand or walk for length of shift. Ability to bend, squat, run, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 lbs.
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Job description The West Suburban YMCA is hiring for a Early Childhood Education Intern to join our team! When you work for the Y, you join an inclusive, welcoming, and fun environment where you can do meaningful work and make an impact in the community. Internship Job Title: Early Childhood Education Intern Supervisor: Preschool Director Revision Date: January 2026 Start Date: February 2025/flexible End Date: June 2026/flexible Total Hours: 150 hours Typical Schedule: Consistent weekly schedule, flexible 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. POSITION SUMMARY: The Early Childhood Education Intern will work within our Preschool for Youth Development program at the West Suburban YMCA, alongside our preschool leadership staff. During the internship, the Early Childhood Education Intern will gain exposure to the basic inner workings of the preschool department. Your time spent learning how the Preschool operates will build skill sets and experience to further set you up for your future! TASKS/PROJECTS: Help assist our teachers and lead teachers deliver daily curriculum based on social/emotional skills and literacy. Learn how to build engaging curriculum and lessons plans. Encourage children’s social, emotional, cognitive, language and physical development skills through positive interactions. Assist with the basic needs of children. Follow all center policies and guidelines. Work with children experiencing difficulty as assigned. Assists our teachers in helping make schedules. Learn and help with admin responsibilities with an EEC Certified program. Develop organizational skillsets to help further your experience as a teacher in the classroom. Get CPR and First Aid Certified. Organization and taking inventory of preschool supplies. Other relevant tasks as assigned by supervisor. SKILLS ACQUIRED: We hope to build valuable skillsets during your time at the West Suburban YMCA, which will help build your work experience and resume. These skills include, but are not limited to: Teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, adaptability, communication skills, time management (planning/prioritizing), software/systems education, project management and building your network. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Interns must be able to work in a team setting with patience, enthusiasm and respect for children. Coursework in Child Development, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services or related field preferred. An awareness of or a desire to learn about the needs and development of children. Experience working with diverse populations and young children preferred. Ability to apply in practice the knowledge and skills acquired in the academic setting. Basic working knowledge of computer and a willingness to learn new technology. Commitment to consistent, agreed upon schedule. Team player. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an intern encounters while performing the essential tasks listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This internship operates in a professional office environment and/or preschool/playground/gym/pool setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk or hear, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and smell. Ability to continuously stand or walk for length of shift. Ability to bend, squat, run, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 lbs.
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Job description The West Suburban YMCA is hiring for a Fitness & Wellness Intern to join our team! When you work for the Y, you join an inclusive, welcoming, and fun environment where you can do meaningful work and make an impact in the community. Supervisor: Fitness & Wellness Director Revision Date: January 2026 Start Date: February 2026/flexible End Date: June 2026/flexible Total Hours: 150 hours Typical Schedule: Flexible schedule, but typically M-F during workday 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. POSITION SUMMARY: The Fitness & Wellness Intern will work within our Fitness & Wellness department at the West Suburban YMCA, alongside our Fitness & Wellness leadership staff. During the internship, the Fitness & Wellness Intern will gain exposure to the basic inner workings of the wellness department. Your time spent learning how the wellness department operates will build skill sets and experience to further set you up for your future! TASKS AND PROJECTS INCLUDE: Assist with the operation and implementation of health, wellness, and fitness programs, events, and services provided by the WSY. Assist in compiling participation data and the completion of necessary reports. Job shadow a WSY Personal Trainer. Work in the Fitness Center as needed. Develop and/or implement at least one special program/event each semester for WSY staff related to exercise, wellness, and sport. Job shadow a WSY Group Exercise Instructor. Demonstrate ability to teach a minimum of one group exercise class format through team teaching, subbing, or placement on the group exercise teaching schedule. Promote the mission of the Y in action and spirit. Assist in critical analysis of operational processes that we are reviewing to improve overall customer service. You will be encouraged to provide feedback and detect problems that could improve the overall customer experience. Receiving and helping go through and organize member comments. Other relevant tasks as assigned by supervisor. SKILLS ACQUIRED: We hope to build valuable skillsets during your time at the West Suburban YMCA, which will help build your work experience and resume. These skills include, but are not limited to: Teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, adaptability, communication skills, time management (planning/prioritizing), software/systems education, project management and building your network. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Pursuing a degree in Exercise Science, Wellness Health Promotion, or related health field. Ability to apply in practice the knowledge and skills acquired in the academic setting. High customer orientation and friendliness. Experience and interest in the fitness/wellness field. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Must possess good organizational skills and be efficient in multitasking. Ability to work independently and in a group setting. Ability to work in a dynamic, changing, and diverse environment. Commitment to consistent, agreed upon schedule. Team player. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an intern encounters while performing the essential tasks listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This internship operates in a professional office environment and fitness and wellness center. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk or hear, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and smell. Ability to continuously stand or walk for length of shift. Ability to bend, squat, run, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 lbs.
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The West Suburban YMCA is hiring for a Marketing & Communications Intern to join our team! When you work for the Y, you join an inclusive, welcoming, and fun environment where you can do meaningful work and make an impact in the community. Internship Job Title: Marketing & Communications Intern Supervisor: Marketing Director Start Date: January 2026 End Date: May 2026 Typical Schedule: 10 hours a week, Tuesdays and Wednesdays Total hours: Approximately 150 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. POSITION SUMMARY: Marketing & Communications Intern will work within our Marketing & Communications department at the West Suburban YMCA, alongside our Asst. Director and Director of Marketing. During the internship, the Marketing & Communications Intern will gain exposure to the basic inner workings of the marketing and communications department for one of the leading non-profits, the YMCA. Your time spent learning how the Y markets and disseminates information will build skill sets and experience to further set you up for your future! Interns must be interested in pursuing a career in the fields of marketing, advertising or communication. As well as having already completed some marketing coursework. TASKS/PROJECTS: Assist with the daily operations of the Marketing and Communications department. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter interested in the fields of marketing, advertising and media relations. Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with the media, the public and YMCA team members are required. Assist in publishing WSY events to online events calendars. Fulfill requests for marketing materials, brochures and images. Researching and sorting of photographs for the WSY image database. Assist with content and contests on social media, such as Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Creative brainstorming and storyboarding for upcoming WSY programs. Opportunity to witness and assist in large scale campaigns, such as annual campaigns Assist with on and offsite media opportunities Drafting press releases and media advisories and helping to pitch them to the media. Assist with writing short copy for internal and external marketing materials. Get CPR and First Aid Certified. Other relevant tasks as assigned by supervisor. SKILLS ACQUIRED: We hope to build valuable skillsets during your time at the West Suburban YMCA, which will help build your work experience and resume. These skills include, but are not limited to: Teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, adaptability, communication skills, time management (planning/prioritizing), software/systems education, project management and building your network. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Interns must be able to work in a team setting with patience, enthusiasm and respect for staff and members. Requires minimum of 2 years of completed undergraduate study. Interest in the fields of marketing, advertising, communications, and media relations. Self-motivated and detail-oriented; strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities; ability to work independently as well as on a team. Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication (verbal and written), and relationship building skills. Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required. Commitment to consistent, agreed upon schedule. Team player. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an intern encounters while performing the essential tasks listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This internship operates in a professional office environment and/or preschool/playground/gym/pool setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk or hear, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and smell. Ability to continuously stand or walk for length of shift. Ability to bend, squat, run, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 lbs.
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POSITION SUMMARY: The Member Services Intern will work within our Membership department at the West Suburban YMCA, alongside our Membership leadership staff. During the internship, the Member Service Intern will gain exposure to the basic inner workings of the membership department. Your time spent learning how the Membership department operates will build skill sets and experience to further set you up for your future! Tasks and projects could include: • Welcoming members to the facility and answering the phone (or emails). • Follow-up of customer experience. • Develop new ways to track customer experience. • Providing an impeccable service to members in order to retain them. • Answering questions, suggestions, remarks from members. • Assist in critical analysis of operational processes that we are reviewing to improve overall customer service. • You will be encouraged to provide feedback and detect problems that could improve the overall customer experience. • Receiving and helping go through and organize member comments. • Other relevant tasks as assigned by supervisor. SKILLS ACQUIRED: We hope to build valuable skillsets during your time at the West Suburban YMCA, which will help build your work experience and resume. These skills include, but are not limited to: Teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, adaptability, communication skills, time management (planning/prioritizing), software/systems education, project management and building your network. 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. Start Date: TBD End Date: TBD Schedule: Tentative/TBD - Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 am – 12 pm Location: 276 Church Street
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Volunteer Title: Member Services Volunteer Supervisor: Membership Director Start Date: Tuesday October 7th End Date: Tuesday July 28th Approximate Schedule: Every Tuesday 1-2 hours Total Hours: 50 hours POSITION SUMMARY: The Member Service Volunteer will work within our Membership department at the West Suburban YMCA, alongside our Membership leadership staff. During the internship, Member Service Volunteer will gain exposure to the basic inner workings of the membership department. Your time spent learning how the Membership department operates will build skill sets and experience to further set you up for your future. And most importantly- your time spent at the Y will directly contribute to strengthening the community we serve. By supporting the Membership team, you’ll help create a welcoming environment for all, making a meaningful and lasting impact on individuals and families who rely on the YMCA. Tasks and projects include: • Welcoming members to the facility. • Follow-up of customer experience. • Providing an impeccable service to members in order to retain them. • Answering questions, suggestions, remarks from members. • Giving tours. • Directing people by showing them the way to parts of the building they are headed to. • Making copies of monthly schedules. • You will be encouraged to provide feedback that could improve the overall customer experience. • Other relevant tasks as assigned by supervisor. SKILLS ACQUIRED: We hope to build valuable skillsets during your time at the West Suburban YMCA, which will help build your work experience and resume. These skills include, but are not limited to: Teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, adaptability, communication skills, time management (planning/prioritizing), software/systems education, project management and building your network. 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. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: 1. Ability to apply in practice the knowledge and skills acquired in the academic setting 2. High customer orientation and friendliness. 3. Fluent in English (written & spoken), second language would be a plus. 4. Commitment to consistent, agreed upon schedule. 5. Team player. 6. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an intern encounters while performing the essential tasks listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This internship operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk or hear, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and smell. 1. Ability to continuously stand or walk for length of shift. 2. Ability to bend, squat, run, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 lbs.
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Internship Job Title: Sports & Recreation Volunteer Supervisor: Sports & Recreation Director/Branch Director Revision Date: January 2026 Potential Start Date: May 1, 2026 Potential End Date: May 31, 2026 Total Hours: 30 hours (10 hours per week for 3 weeks) Typical Schedule: TBD with Branch Director POSITION SUMMARY: The Sports & Recreation Volunteer will work within our Sports program at the West Suburban YMCA, alongside our Sports leadership staff. During the internship, the Sports & Recreation volunteer will gain exposure to the basic inner workings of the sports department. Your time spent learning how the Sports Department operates will build skill sets and experience to further set you up for your future! Tasks and projects include: • Help assist our sports instructors with teaching instructional sport programs, learn how to build engaging lessons plans • Assists our lead counselors in helping make schedules and running a day of our sports camp- during vacation days/weeks (if appropriate) • Coach one of our YBA (youth basketball league) teams- (7-week program) • Coach one of our YSA (youth soccer league) teams- (7-week program) • Helping officiate our youth sport leagues • Organization and taking inventory of sports equipment • Other relevant tasks as assigned by supervisor SKILLS ACQUIRED: We hope to build valuable skillsets during your time at the West Suburban YMCA, which will help build your work experience and resume. These skills include, but are not limited to: Teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, adaptability, communication skills, time management (planning/prioritizing), software/systems education, project management and building your network. 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. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: 1. Declared major/minor within the parks & recreation leisure services, physical education or related field of study or other related degree, with an approved educational institution. 2. Experience with recreation programming. 3. Ability to apply in practice the knowledge and skills acquired in the academic setting 4. Previously played team sports. 5. Basic working knowledge of computer and a willingness to learn new technology. 6. Commitment to consistent, agreed upon schedule. 7. Team player. 8. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an intern encounters while performing the essential tasks listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This internship operates in a professional office environment and/or on the field and basketball courts. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk or hear, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and smell. 1. Ability to continuously stand or walk for length of shift. 2. Ability to bend, squat, run, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 lbs.
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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. OUTLINE OF VOLUNTEER’S RESPONSIBILITIES: Event volunteers assist on the event day for set-up, guest assistance and registration or clean up. Volunteers may also choose to be involved in event planning and attend prep meetings leading up to the event. SUPPORT PLAN: Event volunteers work under the direction of various members of the event committee, staff or other volunteers, who will provide task-specific training. TIME COMMITMENT: Event day volunteers will typically be asked to commit at least 3 hours. Participation on an event planning committee typically requires larger time commitments over several months (10-15 hrs). QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED: Depends on tasks.
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Volunteer coaches are the backbone of our youth sports leagues! Being a Coach involves some responsibilities of communication pre-season, during the season and at the end of the season. A one hour commitment, each week coaches are asked to lead a 30 minute skills lesson, and manage the team for a 30 minute YBA game that is officiated by Y staff. Practice ideas, plans and drills are provided. You can elect to be a Head Coach, Co-Coach with another volunteer, or Assistant Coach. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A COACH? All leagues run on Saturdays at either our Church Street or Wells Avenue location in Newton, MA. We always pair parent coaches with their children. YBA Spring Session runs from February 28th-April 18th (10-week season) with a commitment for 1 hour per week. Start Date: 02/28/2026 End Date: 04/18/2026 Hours per week: 1 Required steps prior to the start of the season include completing an application online through Volunteer Matters, completing a state CORI and national background checks, a 12-minute Child Abuse Prevention training and concussion training. Required steps prior to the start of the season include completing an application online through Volunteer Matters, completing a state CORI and national background checks, a 12-minute Child Abuse Prevention training and concussion training.
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At the Y, we recognize that successful youth development requires a holistic approach focused on achieving certain social-emotional, cognitive and physical milestones. Youth need positive adult and peer role models, and they need to feel physically and emotionally safe to thrive. We put caring people in children’s lives and nurture them along their journey to adulthood, so they can become active, thriving and contributing members of society. In order to ensure the safety of children in our care, our volunteers and youth aides are required to complete the following application and steps. Please hit apply below and follow instructions. Please review appropriate steps with Directors/Staff in WSY programming on your first day to ensure understanding of our child protection policies.
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