Lead Basketball Coach

Lead Basketball Coach

Pen Argyl, PA | Part Time, Hourly | 2-3 Weekday Evenings and Some Saturdays | $20.00-$23.00 per hour

Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others?

We are looking for a lead basketball coach to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the community around us through athletics. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community.

Some rewards for joining our team

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• Flexible work schedule
• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!

What is needed for this job

• 18+ years of age; Experience coaching basketball or leading youth sports programs
• Enjoyment from working with children and keeping positive relationships with their parents
• Knowledge of basketball rules, fundamentals, and skill progression
• Ability to work effectively with children of varying ages and skill levels
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to lead by example and promote teamwork and respect

The responsibilities we will trust you with

• Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate basketball practices and games
• Teach fundamental basketball skills, rules, and strategies in a positive, safe, and developmentally appropriate environment
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging environment for all participants with a focus on building confidence
• Ensure participant safety and follow all organizational policies and procedures
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding program expectations and progress
• Assist with program setup, equipment management, and facility care
• Model good sportsmanship and serve as a positive role mode

What you can expect

• Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger
• Great members to work with every day!

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply

After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you!

Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.