Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES:

The Sports Coach is responsible for creating the curriculum and overseeing the day-to-day implementation of a particular Core Sports program. This position is responsible for coaching children from grades 3 to 11 a wide variety of sports such as soccer, basketball, baseball, tennis, volleyball, gaga, capture the flag and more.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Develops children’s fundamental movement and sports skills (“run, catch, throw”) and early understanding of sports activities.

· Leads sport-specific drill and game components including set-up, clean-up and equipment management with fellow coaches.

· Develops children’s self-esteem and confidence by growing their capacity for and success in physical activity in individual and team sport situations.

· Collaborates with the Sports Supervisor in creating a curriculum and ensuring day-to-day implementation.

· Ensures the health, safety and welfare of class participants and work towards positive resolution if any issues are presented.

· “Plant the seeds” for a lifelong enjoyment of physical activity and sports participation.

· Interacts with parents, caregivers, and team members in various SJJCC departments to create a strong sense of community.

· Light administrative work.

· Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· 1+ years of experience coaching children’s sports or related experience.

· High School or GED Diploma.

· Experience working with youth in a structured environment.

· Required to work afternoon hours.

· Must have a basic understanding and proficiency in coaching a wide range of sports.

· Must be energetic and upbeat, able to maintain a positive attitude throughout the day.

· Must be good role model, hard-working, promoting kind behavior, be encouraging and friendly, and exhibit good values.

· Excellent customer service skills, ability to establish and maintain effective working. relationships with parents, caregivers, team members, SJJCC members and members of the general public.

· Comfort with large group instruction; projecting voice in large space.

· CPR/AED/First Aid preferred but not required.

PYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Must be able to stand, walk, run, bend, lift, and move actively for extended periods.

· Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.(e.g., sports equipment, cones, nets).

· Must demonstrate physical skills and participate in drills and games with children.

· Requires clear vision, hearing, and communication abilities to monitor safety and give instructions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· Work takes place primarily in indoor gyms and outdoor sports fields.

· Environment may be loud and fast-paced, especially during games and team activities.

· Exposure to varying weather conditions when coaching outdoors.

· Must be comfortable working with children and pre-teens in group settings.

· Afternoon, evening, and weekend hours may be required based on program scheduling.

Compensation details: 25-30 Hourly Wage

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