Youth Athletes United (YAU) is a leading educational sports program throughout the country. We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Basketball Coach to join their team. As a Basketball Coach, you will work with small groups of children across various ages, developing their skills, physical literacy, and teamwork abilities. At YAU, we believe in using positive reinforcement and a low child-to-coach ratio to help each child feel confident, regardless of their age or skill level. With over 20 years of experience, we have a best-in-class curriculum that is specific and progressive to every child's developmental needs.
As a coach, your role will be instrumental in the development of children's gross motor skills and socialization skills, making a positive impact on their lives. Whether it's through classes, camps, afterschool enrichment, birthday parties, or team training, you will be making a difference in the lives of over 100,000 participants each year.
Responsibilities
- Conducting fun and engaging basketball classes, lessons, and games.
- Building strong relationships with children, parents, and other coaches.
- Creating and implementing lesson plans based on the curriculum.
- Promoting the program by engaging with the local community through outreach events and marketing initiatives.
- Keeping up-to-date records of class curriculum, attendance, and participant progress.
- Maintaining a clean and safe environment in accordance with the guidelines.
- Continuously improving personal coaching skills and attending mandatory training sessions.
Requirements
- Experience working with children, preferably in a sports-related setting.
- Ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with children and parents.
- Strong basketball background and knowledge of the sport.
- Passion for working with children and improving their physical literacy, gross motor skills, and socialization skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work weekends and/or evenings.
- Reliable transportation to and from coaching locations.