Buddy Basketball Assistant Coach

Southern Arkansas University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A regional university in East Lansing seeks a Youth Basketball Coach to work closely with young athletes, teaching them essential skills and promoting teamwork. The candidate should have experience working with children, a basic knowledge of basketball, and be able to create engaging activities. This role involves positive interaction with players and parents, helping to ensure an enjoyable sporting experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to develop games to promote basketball skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow rules and guidelines.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive role model to the players and parents.
• Work with head coach to teach sportsmanship and teamwork.
• Condition athletes appropriately for youth ages 5-8.

Skills

Working well with young children

Basic knowledge of basketball

Ability to follow rules

Experience working with children

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive role model to the players and parents.
• Work with head coach to teach sportsmanship, teamwork, cooperation, age-appropriate games, and fun.
• Work with head coach to achieve program expectations and develop players basketball skills and knowledge.
• Condition athletes appropriately for youth, ages 5-8.
• Monitor players personal conduct during the program.
• Perform related duties as required.

Requirements

Ability to work well with young children and their parents/caregivers; basic knowledge of basketball; willingness to learn and follow rules and guidelines; ability to develop games and experiences to promote basketball skills; prior coaching experience in a sport is helpful; experience working with children is required. First Aid and CPR helpful. Must be at least 18 years of age.