Youth Coach - Saturday Night Lights Teens Program

YMCA

403d • $41,600 - $62,400

About The Position

The Youth Coach for the Saturday Night Lights Teens Program at the Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA is responsible for leading and developing youth in a designated sport. This part-time role focuses on promoting enjoyment in sports, enhancing physical competence, and fostering healthy competition among participants. The coach will work closely with teens, ensuring their safety and well-being while encouraging lifelong participation in physical activities.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience coaching children/teens sport in a structured setting.
• Content expert in designated sport(s).
• Coaching license in the respective sport preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of sporting strategies.
• Current First Aid / CPR certification.
• Knowledge of youth development stages.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members of all ages.
• Good Communication and Interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Coaching license in the respective sport preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of participants in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants.
• Work with the Supervisor to develop program objectives, goals and logistics.
• Schedule team practices and games during Saturday Night Lights Teen Center hours in collaboration with teen advisor.
• Create written plans for all practices that are age-appropriate and progressive.
• Provide supervision of the players to ensure safety and engagement.
• Modify and adapt coaching style to meet the needs of the participants.
• Teach rules, fundamentals and enhance basic skills, emphasizing teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Encourage a lifetime of participation in sports and physical activity.
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding schedules, registration, and the progress of their child/teen.
• Inform supervisor on-duty regarding any incident reports that need to be filled out.
• Keep a safe and clean activity space.
• Adhere to all Saturday Night Lights funding expectations and requirements.

Benefits

• Retirement benefits
• Medical
• Paid-time off
• Free YMCA membership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED