Part-Time Youth Sports Instructor, Lawrenceville

Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania•Pittsburgh, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Sports Instructor works with youth to teach skills in a specified sport, with an emphasis on basketball. The instructor coordinates, implements, and promotes the BGCWPA athletics program and may also referee games. The role includes supervising youth, encouraging inclusive and fair participation, and communicating professionally with parents or guardians. The position is part-time, hourly/non-exempt, and based in Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with starting pay of $17 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED at a minimum.
Two years of experience in organized coaching and/or sports play, with an emphasis on basketball.
Dependable and reliable.
Advanced positive customer service skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with youth, families, staff, and outside agencies.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong time management, organization, and project prioritization skills.
Proficient in Google Suite.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; pushing and/or pulling; climbing steps; balancing; stooping; standing; sitting; kneeling; crawling; crouching; and significant fine-finger dexterity.
Ability to tolerate environmental conditions including air conditioning, heat, dust, fumes, noise, and close quarters.
Required upon hire or within six months: CPR, Pediatric First Aid, Child Abuse, Criminal History, FBI clearance, NSOR certificate, PA Disclosure, PA Staff Health Assessment, TB Test, and Mandated Reporter certification.

Responsibilities

Teach athletic skills, including sports techniques, rules, and strategies.
Coach and teach basketball.
Teach sportsmanship, cooperation, and responsibility to team members.
Work extended-day hours, including nights and weekends.
Supervise and conduct safe practices and contests.
Encourage all athletes and ensure fair play for students who wish to participate.
Promote recruitment efforts while representing BGCWPA positively.
Respond to player injuries using first aid techniques.
Supervise youth.
Communicate professionally with parents and guardians.
Understand the rules of the sport.
Perform other duties assigned by Clubhouse Leadership and the Sports Manager or other leadership/supervisors.