Lead Instructor

TGA Premier Sports•Bridgewater, NJ

5d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

Youth Athletes United is seeking Lead Instructors to coach TGA youth sports programs in Tennis, Golf, and Pickleball. The programs aim to make children's first sports experiences fun while teaching sports fundamentals, life skills, and healthy habits. Coaches use individual attention, a non-competitive approach, and positive reinforcement to help children succeed in a stress-free environment. Lead Coaches facilitate classes for 7–10 students ages 5–13, use the curriculum, and lead an Assistant Coach when one is assigned to a class larger than 10 students. Coaches are expected to be open to feedback, follow the TGA Coaching Manual, and attend additional training. New coaches can work 4–20 hours per week and earn up to $27 per hour. Classes are primarily held after school and on weekends. Locations include schools, parks, and recreational centers throughout Somerset and Hunterdon Counties; coaches may need to travel up to an hour to reach a class.

Requirements

Must clear a background check.
Must have a passion for coaching students.
Lead Instructors must have prior coaching experience; experience related to Tennis, Golf, or Pickleball is a plus.
Must be receptive to feedback and motivated to improve.
Be available for some weekday after-school or weekend class times.

Nice To Haves

Prior coaching experience related to Tennis, Golf, or Pickleball.
Availability for some of the listed weekday and weekend class times.

Responsibilities

Coach Tennis, Golf, or Pickleball classes for children ages 5–13.
Use individual attention to help every child succeed.
Create fun, stress-free classes through a non-competitive approach and positive reinforcement.
Lead classes of 7–10 students, facilitate the curriculum, and lead an Assistant Coach when assigned.
Follow the TGA Coaching Manual and participate in additional training.
Travel to class locations across schools, parks, and recreational centers in Somerset and Hunterdon Counties.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay, up to $27 per hour.
Flexible schedule.
On-the-job and paid training opportunities.
Incentive and bonus programs.
Coach referral program offering $50 to $100 for each coach recommended.
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.
Professional development opportunities.
Pathway to full-time employment and other career opportunities, subject to availability and performance.