Youth Basketball Instructor/Official
About The Position
We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated Youth Basketball Instructor & Official to join our team and play a pivotal role in the development of young athletes. In this dual role, you will be responsible for teaching fundamental basketball skills, officiating games, facilitating practices, and ensuring a fun, safe, and educational experience for all participants. This position offers weekend shifts only. Candidates must be available to work each weekend of the active season: Saturdays or Sundays: Fairfax County locations. Upcoming 2026–2027 Seasons: Fall League: Sept 12th - Oct 25th, Late Fall League: Nov 7th - Dec 5th, Winter League: Jan 9th - Mar 7th.
Requirements
- Previous experience coaching, officiating, or playing basketball is required.
- Strong understanding of basketball rules, regulations, and gameplay.
- High patience, enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and excellent problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both children and adults.
- Ability to confidently manage groups and motivate others (including volunteer coaches).
- Must be 16 years of age or older.
- Must have a reliable personal vehicle/transportation.
- Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.
- Must be extremely reliable, punctual, and committed to working consecutive weekends.
Responsibilities
- Teach young athletes fundamental basketball skills, including dribbling, passing, shooting, and defending.
- Implement age-appropriate drills and exercises using practice plans fully created and provided by i9 Sports.
- Provide encouraging, constructive feedback to help players improve their skills and confidence.
- Complete mandatory, financially compensated pre-season training sessions.
- Serve as the official referee for youth basketball games, ensuring fair play and adherence to league rules.
- Maintain a professional, authoritative, and unbiased demeanor on the court.
- Address rule violations and resolve on-court conflicts with fairness and diplomacy.
- Prioritize and ensure the physical and emotional safety of all participants during practices and games.
- Supervise and manage groups of young athletes, maintaining a positive, inclusive, and high-energy atmosphere.
- Promptly address and report any safety concerns or injuries.
- Maintain open, positive, and effective communication with parents, participants, and fellow staff.
- Provide program updates and coordinate schedules via the Connecteam app.
- Motivate, guide, and manage volunteer parent coaches to ensure league alignment.
Benefits
- Fun Job
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for advancement
- Competitive Pay: Starting compensation is highly competitive and based on prior experience.
- Paid Training: Get fully compensated for your pre-season preparation.
- Growth Opportunities: Clear pathways for professional development and advancement within the organization.
- Impact: A deeply rewarding role where you directly impact the lives and character development of local youth.
- Culture: A supportive, collaborative, and fun team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
