Youth Basketball Coach (Part-Time/Seasonal)
Monumental Sports & Entertainment•Washington, DC
•$18 - $20
About The Position
Jr. Wizards, the official youth basketball initiative of the Washington Wizards, Washington Mystics, and Capital City Go-Go, is seeking basketball instructors to join its staff. The role involves mentoring and instructing young athletes in team, camp, and small-group settings while helping them develop basketball skills and valuable life skills. Coaches supervise camp and clinic participants, support students’ general well-being, and serve as role models. The role also includes attending scheduled staff meetings and trainings and completing other assigned duties.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent experience.
- Two or more years of basketball mentoring or playing experience at the college level or above.
- USA Basketball Gold Licensure, or willingness to acquire certification.
- Experience directing full-day basketball camps.
- Experience working with children ages 6 to 17.
- Prior mentoring experience at the AAU, middle school, high school, or higher level.
- Effective communication and motivational skills appropriate to the ages of students.
- Ability to maintain a high standard of integrity and punctuality.
- Ability to adjust swiftly to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- First aid, CPR, and AED certification, or willingness to become certified.
Responsibilities
- Supervise camp and clinic participants.
- Be responsible for the general well-being of all students.
- Serve as a role model to young students.
- Attend scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
- Perform additional duties and functions as assigned.
- Complete lesson plans and curriculum consistently and with attention to detail.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
