Sports Coach

Commonpoint•Bronx, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Saturday Night Lights (SNL) Basketball Coach supports Commonpoint’s Saturday youth sports programming at the Bronx Center. The coach leads structured basketball activities for young people, promotes teamwork and positive sportsmanship, and helps create a safe, welcoming space for youth engagement. The coach works closely with the program supervisor and other staff to ensure smooth program operations, participant supervision, and consistent attendance documentation. This is an in-person, part-time position at the Commonpoint Bronx Center. The schedule is Saturdays from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The work takes place in an indoor gymnasium during active sports programming, with moderate to high noise levels. The role involves regular standing, walking, bending, and demonstrating basketball skills, as well as occasional lifting and moving sports equipment. The listed rate is $25 per hour.

Requirements

Knowledge of basketball fundamentals, rules, and age-appropriate drills.
Ability to engage and supervise youth in a positive, structured group setting.
Strong communication, teamwork, reliability, and conflict-resolution skills.
Commitment to youth development, inclusion, and safe program practices.
Availability to work Saturdays consistently.
Ability to complete required agency screening and training.
Preparedness, dependability, and punctuality for each scheduled session.
Patience and an encouraging approach, with the ability to adapt to different abilities and needs.
Professionalism, safety-consciousness, and responsiveness to supervisor feedback.

Nice To Haves

Experience coaching basketball, facilitating youth recreation, or leading sports activities.

Responsibilities

Lead Saturday basketball drills, skill-building exercises, scrimmages, and organized games.
Adapt activities for different skill levels while encouraging inclusion, teamwork, and fair play.
Model positive behavior, conflict resolution, respect, and good sportsmanship.
Supervise youth throughout activities, maintain appropriate boundaries, and respond promptly to safety concerns.
Set up and put away basketballs, cones, and other equipment; help maintain an orderly gym.
Support participant check-in, attendance tracking, and program reporting as directed.
Work with the program supervisor to manage game flow, address behavioral concerns, and support special events.
Report injuries, incidents, and facility concerns promptly in accordance with agency procedures.
Carry out assigned agency duties accurately and efficiently, following established processes and supporting basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.
Use agency resources responsibly, follow established procedures, safeguard equipment and materials, and support cost-effective operations.
Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-department teams to support clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment.
Follow safety protocols, policies, and procedures, and promptly report concerns or incidents.