Lead Instructor

TGA Premier Sports•Somerville, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Youth Athletes United is seeking Lead Instructors to coach TGA youth Tennis, Golf, and Pickleball programs. The programs aim to make children’s first sports experiences fun while teaching sports fundamentals, life skills, and healthy habits. Coaches lead classes for children ages 5–13, generally with 7–10 students. Assistant Coaches are assigned to classes with more than 10 students. Lead Coaches use the curriculum to facilitate classes and lead the Assistant Coach. The coaching approach emphasizes individual attention, fun and non-competitive classes, positive reinforcement, and a stress-free environment. Coaches are expected to welcome feedback, follow the TGA Coaching Manual, and attend additional training as needed. New Coaches may work 4–20 hours per week and earn up to $27 per hour. Most classes take place after school and on weekends. Weekday classes typically begin between 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.; listed availability times are Monday–Friday, 2:00–5:00, and weekends, 9:00–1:00. Classes take place at schools, parks, and recreation centers throughout Somerset and Hunterdon Counties. Coaches may need to travel up to an hour to reach a class location.

Requirements

Prior coaching experience for Lead Instructors; experience related to Tennis, Golf, or Pickleball is a plus.
Passion for coaching students.
Receptiveness to feedback and a goal of continual improvement.
Must clear a background check.
Availability for some listed weekday after-school and/or weekend class times.

Responsibilities

Lead youth sports classes for children ages 5–13, typically with 7–10 students.
Use the TGA curriculum to facilitate classes and lead the Assistant Coach.
Give students individual attention to help each child succeed.
Use a fun, non-competitive approach and positive reinforcement to encourage students and celebrate success.
Follow the TGA Coaching Manual and attend additional training as needed.
Travel to class locations across schools, parks, and recreation centers in Somerset and Hunterdon Counties, potentially up to an hour.