Assistant Coach / Lead Instructor

TGA Sports; New Jersey; On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Coach referral program

Referral program for new locations

First aid certifications

Discounted programming

Opportunities to work full-time

Career development

Job summary

Youth Athletes United is seeking Lead Instructors for TGA programs in Somerset and Hunterdon Counties, NJ. Coaches work 4-20 hours per week with a competitive hourly rate and on-the-job training to promote life skills through Tennis, Golf, or Pickleball.

Classes run after school and weekends, with travel up to an hour between locations. Lead Instructors coach 8–40+ students, guide assistants, and follow the curriculum to ensure a positive, non-competitive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must clear background check
• Must have passion coaching students
• Must be receptive to feedback, with a goal of becoming better
• Lead Instructor must have prior coaching experience (related to Tennis, Golf, Pickleball a plus)
• Lead Instructor must be able to coach/manage 1-5 Assistant Coaches (providing feedback, ensuring curriculum is being delivered properly, etc)
• Lead Instructor must be able to coach/manage a group of students ranging from 8-40+ students. Depending on how many students are in the class, you'll be assigned an Assistant Coach (or multiple) to help facilitate the class

Responsibilities

• Our Coaches use individual attention to ensure every child has success
• Our Coaches use a non-competitive approach so ensure classes are fun and we create a stress-free environment
• Our Coaches use positive reinforcement to encourage children to do better and celebrate success
• Our Coaches can lead a class of 7-10 students, ages 5-13. Assistant Coaches will be assigned to classes larger than 10. Lead Coaches are expected to leverage the curriculum and facilitate class, while leading the Assistant Coach
• And finally, our coaches have a blast. They are open-minded and know that coaching is a continuous journey. All Coaches are open to feedback and strive to be better by attending any additional trainings and follow the TGA Coaching Manual

Job description

• Flexible schedule

Top pay, work in the community, and impact children's lives.

Tennis, Golf, and Pickleball Lead Instructors needed! Top pay, work in the community, and impact children's lives.

Would you like to stay active and promote life skills through Tennis, Golf, or Pickleball? We offer a competitive hourly rate, training on the job, a flexible schedule, and incentive programs.

The Company

Youth Athletes United was created to provide the best programming and service in the market for youth sports, starting with their first sports experience. Children need to have FUN while learning the FUNdamentals of sport. Our goal is to provide an experience where every child is an athlete. The long-term impact will create healthy habits at a young age, teach life skills and increase youth activity across the board.

The Position

We are seeking coaches for our TGA programs. TGA has been in the youth sports business for over 22 years and have been recognized as the largest operating program in the US. New Coaches can work *4-20 hours a week, earn up to $27 per hour.

• Our Coaches use individual attention to ensure every child has success
• Our Coaches use a non-competitive approach so ensure classes are fun and we create a stress-free environment
• Our Coaches use positive reinforcement to encourage children to do better and celebrate success
• Our Coaches can lead a class of 7-10 students, ages 5-13. Assistant Coaches will be assigned to classes larger than 10. Lead Coaches are expected to leverage the curriculum and facilitate class, while leading the Assistant Coach
• And finally, our coaches have a blast. They are open-minded and know that coaching is a continuous journey. All Coaches are open to feedback and strive to be better by attending any additional trainings and follow the TGA Coaching Manual

The SCHEDULE

The majority of classes are held during the after school hours and on weekends. During the week, they typically start between 2:30pm and 3:30pm. Weekend classes vary. The ideal candidate would have the availability on some of the days and times listed below:

• Monday-Friday (Times): 2:00-5:00
• Weekends: (Times) 9:00-1:00

THE BENEFITS

• Coach referral program from $50 up to $100 for every coach you recommend
• Referral program for any new locations/programs/private group classes
• Sponsored sports and first aid certifications
• Coach of the season and coach of the year awards
• Discounted programming for family and friends
• Opportunities to work full-time

The LOCATION

Classes are held across schools, parks, and recreational centers. Coaches are expected to travel up to an hour to get to a class location. Our territory is throughout Somerset and Hunterdon Counties.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• Flexible schedule
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• Paid training opportunities
• Professional development opportunities
• Pathway to full-time employment and other career opportunities
• subject to availability and performance

Requirements

• Must clear background check (either position)
• Must have passion coaching students (either position)
• Must be receptive to feedback, with a goal of becoming better (either position)
• Lead Instructor must have prior coaching experience (related to Tennis, Golf, Pickleball a plus)
• Lead Instructor must be able to coach/manage 1-5 Assistant Coaches (providing feedback, ensuring curriculum is being delivered properly, etc)
• Lead Instructor must be able to coach/manage a group of students ranging from 8-40+ students. Depending on how many students are in the class, you'll be assigned an Assistant Coach (or multiple) to help facilitate the class

Benefits

• Coach referral program from $50 up to $100 for every coach you recommend
• Referral program for any new locations/programs/private group classes
• Sponsored sports and first aid certifications
• Discounted programming for family and friends
• Opportunities to grow professionally and personally
• Opportunities to work full-time
• Owner has 20+ years of Corporate America/Business experience - you will be able to work with him to drive your own professional careers (whatever field/industry that might be in)