Coach-Mentor (ESPP)

PHILADELPHIA YOUTH BASKETBALL INC•Philadelphia, PA

8d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Philadelphia Youth Basketball, Inc. (PYB) is seeking a Site Lead Coach Mentor for its Elementary School Partnership Program (ESPP) at Pennell School in Philadelphia. ESPP is an after-school youth development program for elementary school students, with two-hour sessions three days per week. Sessions combine age-appropriate basketball instruction, structured play, enrichment, and relationship-building activities, guided by a research-based social and emotional learning framework. The Site Lead Coach Mentor leads ESPP programming, plans and facilitates sessions, guides another Coach Mentor and supporting staff, maintains attendance and other program records, and serves as the day-to-day contact for school leaders and the designated PYB supervisor. The Site Lead helps ensure that students experience a safe, organized, and engaging program. The seasonal position is scheduled for up to six hours per week beginning in November 2026. Compensation is $20–$25 per hour, commensurate with experience. Staff must possess or obtain the required clearances and training before training and hands-on work with young people.

Requirements

Experience working with elementary school students in coaching, teaching, mentoring, or youth programming.
Knowledge of basketball fundamentals and ability to teach them in an engaging, age-appropriate way.
Ability to manage groups, build positive relationships, and respond calmly to behavior challenges.
Strong leadership, communication, and organization skills, including ability to guide another Coach Mentor and maintain accurate records.
Commitment to youth development, equity, teamwork, and PYB’s mission.
Reliable transportation and ability to report to Pennell School on time for assigned program days.
Ability to complete required background clearances and training before working with students.
Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check (SP4 164).
Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance Form (CY113).
Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Background Check (Criminal History Report), if applicable.
National Sex Offender Registry Verification.
Mandated Reporters Certificate.
Sexual Abuse Prevention Training.
CPR Certificate.

Responsibilities

Lead two-hour after-school sessions three days per week and set the daily plan with the Coach Mentor.
Prepare and facilitate age-appropriate basketball, enrichment, team-building, and social and emotional learning activities.
Assign responsibilities and support the Coach Mentor while maintaining consistent routines, transitions, and expectations.
Prepare program spaces and equipment before students arrive and ensure cleanup afterward.
Build caring, consistent relationships with students and model respect, teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy decision-making.
Adapt activities to students’ developmental, emotional, and physical needs.
Use developmentally appropriate, restorative responses to behavior and conflict, and follow PYB safety and reporting procedures.
Coordinate with Pennell School leaders and the designated PYB supervisor regarding schedules, space, student needs, and program updates.
Track and submit student attendance and required program documentation accurately and on time.
Communicate student successes, concerns, incidents, and follow-up needs to appropriate school and PYB staff.
Monitor daily site operations and help the team follow PYB policies on youth safety, conduct, confidentiality, timekeeping, and facility use.
Participate in required staff meetings, trainings, and coaching support opportunities.