Basketball Coach I – Youth Sports

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Coach – Youth Sports will lead in teaching the assigned sport(s). The Coach is responsible for ensuring the safety of the students enrolled in his/her sport, must be knowledgeable about all aspects of coaching multiple age groups and must encourage the highest standards of conduct and scholastic achievement among all athletes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead challenging and educational practice sessions.
• Instruct group in accordance with YMCA guidelines and rules of the game.
• Uphold, model, teach and put the four (4) core values of the YMCA into action in all activities - everyday: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Maintain good relationship with Students, parents and sports officials.
• Maintain professional appearance and report on time to all scheduled practices and games.
• Strive to develop the qualities of leadership, initiative and good judgement in all athletes.
• Develop habits that promote good health and sound training rules.
• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill and encourage youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with teaching and/or playing basketball.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of basketball.
• Flexible schedule.
• Certifications: CPR, AED, Basic First Aid certification.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Previous experience working with diverse populations preferred.