Lead Basketball Instructor

Chelsea Piers Lp•New York, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Chelsea Piers seeks a dedicated and skilled Lead Basketball Coach to join our Field House Basketball Department. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-level coaching and player development for classes and teams across various ages and skill levels, while executing the program's vision and culture. This is a dynamic and rewarding opportunity to shape the future of young athletes and contribute to a thriving multi-sport program. You will collaborate closely with your superiors and fellow coaches to ensure the highest quality programming. This role reports to the Basketball Director and Coaching and Development Manager. There are part-time and full-time positions available. Flexibility is essential, as travel, weekend, and afternoon/early evening availability are a must.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience coaching basketball at the youth, AAU, travel, and grassroots level
A bachelor's degree or higher
Experience or willingness to coach and manage teams grades 2–8
Willingness and ability to assist with or coach other sports classes and programming, including camp, most prominently tennis and volleyball
Strong knowledge of the game of basketball, current trends, and coaching techniques in youth basketball
The ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with coaches, parents, and other basketball organizations
Strong customer connection skills, with the ability to engage kids and families in a way that builds trust and reflects excellent service
Willingness to work CP parties and events when not coaching, and engage with families and guests outside a standard practice/class setting
Leadership skills to motivate players, parents, and coaches
Willingness to implement, enhance, and maintain the program's core philosophies and tactics
Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and organization skills
Ability to manage administrative tasks and be well-prepared
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
CPR and SafeSport certification
A driver's license and car

Nice To Haves

Passion for working with children ages 2–14
Willingness to coach and manage teams grades 2-8
Ability to coach across the full range of ages and skill levels
Comfortable working within one of several scheduling formats (weekend only, team only, part-time, or full-time), including camp programming during school breaks and summer, and working CP parties and events
Team roles require weekend and travel availability, including some overnight travel

Responsibilities

Teach high-level development classes across our full development class system, spanning all ages and skill levels
Run high-level Evolution Academy practices
Coach and manage Evolution Teams, grades 2–8, and run high-level Team practices — this includes required weekend and travel availability, including some overnight travel
Run high-level classes in other sports (most prominently tennis and volleyball)
Work camp programming during school breaks and summer, leading activities and groups across multiple sports, applying that same standard of enthusiasm, commitment, and structure
Party and event work is required for this role, regardless of scheduling format
Deliver high-level coaching and player development across our full system of programming — development classes spanning all ages and skill levels, the Evolution Academy program, and the Evolution Team program — ensuring adherence to the program's vision and culture
Assist with or coach other sports classes and programming as needed, with tennis and volleyball being the most prominent, bringing the same level of enthusiasm, commitment, and structure they bring to basketball
Maintain and exhibit strong class management, and build genuine connection with both kids and families — treating every interaction as an opportunity to build trust and deliver excellent service
Collaborate closely with fellow coaches to stay aligned on curriculum and coaching approach, communicating consistently so every class, practice, and team reflects the same standard and delivers the best possible experience for the kids
Be a steady, trusted presence in each player's development — going beyond the X's and O's to build real relationships, foster a sense of belonging, and help shape the player's overall experience in the program
Assist with administrative duties as needed or assigned, including: Supporting communication and logistics for tournaments, game series, and special events, Maintaining accurate records of player progress and program activities