Assistant Coach / Lead Instructor

TGA Premier Sports•Warren Township, NJ

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Youth Athletes United is seeking coaches for its TGA youth sports programs in Tennis, Golf, and Pickleball. Coaches help children learn sports fundamentals, develop life skills, and enjoy a positive first sports experience. The role uses individual attention, a noncompetitive approach, and positive reinforcement to help children succeed in a fun, stress-free environment. Coaches lead classes for children ages 5–13 and use the TGA curriculum and Coaching Manual. Lead Coaches facilitate classes and oversee Assistant Coaches; Assistant Coaches are assigned to larger classes. Coaches are expected to be open to feedback and to continue improving through additional training. New Coaches may work 4–20 hours per week and earn up to $27 per hour. Classes are primarily held after school and on weekends at schools, parks, and recreational centers throughout Somerset and Hunterdon Counties. Coaches may need to travel up to an hour to a class location. Weekday classes generally start between 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.; listed availability windows are Monday–Friday, 2:00–5:00, and weekends, 9:00–1:00. Full-time opportunities may be available, subject to availability and performance.

Requirements

Must clear a background check.
Must have a passion for coaching students.
Must be receptive to feedback and committed to improving.
Lead Instructor must have prior coaching experience.
Lead Instructor must be able to coach or manage 1–5 Assistant Coaches.
Lead Instructor must be able to coach or manage groups of 8–40 or more students.
Availability for some after-school weekday or weekend class times is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Lead Instructor experience related to Tennis, Golf, or Pickleball is a plus.
Interest in professional and personal development and potential full-time opportunities.

Responsibilities

Use individual attention to help each child succeed.
Create fun, stress-free classes using a noncompetitive approach.
Use positive reinforcement to encourage children and celebrate success.
Lead classes for students ages 5–13, using the TGA curriculum and Coaching Manual.
As a Lead Instructor, facilitate classes and lead or manage assigned Assistant Coaches, providing feedback and ensuring the curriculum is delivered properly.
Lead or manage student groups that may range from 8 to 40 or more, with Assistant Coaches assigned according to class size.
Attend additional training and remain open to feedback and improvement.
Travel to class locations across the territory, potentially for up to an hour.

Benefits

Coach referral program offering $50–$100 for each recommended coach.
Referral program for new locations, programs, or private group classes.
Sponsored sports and first aid certifications.
Coach of the Season and Coach of the Year awards.
Discounted programming for family and friends.
Flexible schedule.
Competitive hourly pay, up to $27 per hour.
Paid training opportunities.
Professional development opportunities.
Potential pathway to full-time employment and other career opportunities, subject to availability and performance.