Sports Coach I

The Sports Coach I 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 + Responsibilities:

• Develop children’s fundamental movement and sports skills (“run, catch, throw”) and early understanding of sports activities
• Lead sport-specific drill and game components, including setup, clean-up and equipment management with fellow coaches
• Develop children’s self-esteem and confidence by growing their capacity for and success in physical activity in individual and team sport situations
• Collaborate with the Sports Supervisor in creating a curriculum and ensuring day-to-day implementation
• Ensure 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
• Interact 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 a good role model, hard-working, promote 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

Physical 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