Youth Sports Volunteer

TWO RIVERS YMCA • Rock Island, IL

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About The Position

The Youth Sports Coach Volunteer position is designed for individuals who are passionate about sports and enjoy teaching children. The primary goal is to provide a safe and enjoyable sporting experience for a group of young athletes, helping them learn individual and team game skills, sportsmanship, and fair play. Volunteers will have the opportunity to coach various sports throughout the year, with specific seasons outlined for each sport.

Requirements

• Desire to work with children
• Possess organizational skills, patience, maturity and dependability
• Sound character, strong morals, values and personal ethics
• Complete YMCA coaches training
• Complete volunteer packet and background check
• Signed Code of Conduct & Waiver
• Signed job description and coaches contract prior to beginning of season

Responsibilities

• Preside over team activities including all scheduled practices and games
• Adhere to YMCA policies, rules and objectives
• Responsible for maintaining care of all YMCA Sports equipment
• Lead by example among team parents to support the responsibilities of the referee and league leadership
• Coach an assigned group of children and focus on skill development, safety, fair play, sportsmanship and fun
• Work to establish and improve team unity and spirit
• Ensure equal playing time for all players, regardless the score

Benefits

• Gain experience in coaching and working with children
• Opportunity to contribute to the community
• Develop leadership and organizational skills

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees