Basketball & Youth Sports Coach

Ymca Of The North Shore; Marblehead (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Employee discounts on programs and CAm

Paid training and development

Advancement opportunities across YMCA

Job summary

Marblehead YMCA is hiring a part-time Sports Specialist to coach youth basketball and other seasonal sports in Marblehead, MA. This role emphasizes creating a welcoming, inclusive environment and delivering engaging activities during evenings and weekends.

You will referee games, teach fundamentals, build positive relationships with families, and support camps and special events. Prior coaching, officiating, or playing experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience with children of various ages and abilities.
• Strong basketball knowledge and experience playing, coaching, officiating, or teaching the game.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Coach youth basketball practices, skills clinics, and seasonal leagues.
• Teach fundamentals, promote teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Referee games, keep score, ensure a safe, positive experience.
• Lead activities in basketball, soccer, flag football, volleyball, t-ball, and pickleball.
• Build relationships with participants and families through positive communication.
• Assist with program setup, equipment management, rentals, parties, and events.
• Support summer camps and seasonal sports programming.

Skills

Coaching

Basketball knowledge

Communication

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Tools

Officiating

Job description

Marblehead YMCA is hiring a part-time Sports Specialist to coach youth basketball and other seasonal sports in Marblehead, MA. This role emphasizes creating a welcoming, inclusive environment and delivering engaging activities during evenings and weekends.

You will referee games, teach fundamentals, build positive relationships with families, and support camps and special events. Prior coaching, officiating, or playing experience is highly valued.