Assistant Coach- Youth Sports

YMCA of Greater Bergen County; New Jersey; On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Disability insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Complimentary use of YMCA facilities

Professional development

Program discounts

YMCA facility access

Job summary

A local community-focused organization in New Jersey is seeking a part-time sports instructor. The role involves leading practice sessions, fostering a nurturing environment, and demonstrating leadership in youth development. Ideal candidates will have experience in sports and certifications like CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid. Compensation includes a benefits package with sick leave and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading educational sports sessions.
• Certification in CPR, AED, Basic First Aid.
• Previous experience with children is preferred.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Demonstrate instructor skills per YMCA standards.
• Experience with diverse populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading sports practice sessions.
• Uphold YMCA values during activities.
• Create a nurturing learning environment.
• Maintain relationships with students, parents, and sports officials.
• Report to head coach and assist during practices and games.
• Develop leadership, initiative and good judgment in athletes.
• Create a positive learning environment for youth development and healthy living.
• Adhere to directions given by the head coach.

Skills

Experience with teaching and/or playing sports

Knowledge of rules and regulations of sports

Instructor skills

Ability to work with diverse populations

Working with children

Diversity awareness

Job description

Description

We are an all - inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As a growing, mission focused, and future-oriented association of YMCAs, the Metro YMCA of the Oranges has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, mission-driven, candidate to join our team.

Requirements

Essential Functions

• Assist in leading a challenging and educational practice session.
• Assist instruction of a group in accordance with YMCA guidelines and rules of the game.
• Uphold, model, teach and put the four (4) core values of the YMCA into action in all activities - everyday: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Maintain good relationship withStudents, parents andsports officials.
• Maintain professional appearance and report on time to all scheduled practices and games.
• Strive to develop the qualities of leadership, initiative and good judgement in all athletes.
• Develop habits that promote good health and sound training rules.
• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill and encourage youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
• Adhere to the directions given by the head coach and assist at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Experience with teaching and/or playing sports.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of sports.
• Flexible schedule
• Certifications: CPR, AED, Basic First Aid certification.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Previous experience working with diverse populations preferred.

Part-Time Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes paid sick leave, a legal plan, disability insurance, life insurance, 12% retirement benefits upon eligibility, a 403 (b) plan, an employee assistance program, professional development opportunities, Metro Y program discounts, and complimentary use of YMCA facilities.