Coach, Youth Basketball (PreK-6th Grade)

Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Individual Membership to The J

Job summary

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City is seeking reliable part-time coaches for its Winter Basketball program. You will coach practices for PreK–6th grade, assist with games on weekends, and help maintain a safe, fun environment.

Prior experience with children or in coaching/refereeing is preferred; transport and ability to work flexible schedule including weekends are required. The J offers a free individual membership and a welcoming, inclusive community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children preferred
• Experience as a coach/referee/player is preferred
• Knowledge of basketball and its rules is important

Responsibilities

• Coach basketball practices, games and/or clinics for ages 4-13
• Transport balls and equipment between multiple basketball sites if needed
• Supervise children ages 4 to 13 years old

Skills

Experience with children

Coaching experience

Knowledge of basketball rules

Job description

Description

Coaches oversee all aspects of the youth basketball program, which can include serving as a customer service point of contact, coach, or referee. The J’s basketball program emphasizes fun, safety and convenience and teaches the value of good sportsmanship. Experience as a coach/player/referee is preferred, but not mandatory.

Description

Coaches oversee all aspects of the youth basketball program, which can include serving as a customer service point of contact, coach, or referee. The J’s basketball program emphasizes fun, safety and convenience and teaches the value of good sportsmanship. Experience as a coach/player/referee is preferred, but not mandatory.

Schedule

We are hiring reliable part-time staff to assist with practices on weekdays and coach games on weekends for our Winter Basketball program. We are hiring for PreK–6th grade teams that practice Monday–Thursday and play on Saturdays & Sundays. The Winter season is from November-February. You must be able to coach your team's games on either Saturdays or Sundays.

Essential Functions

• Coach basketball practices, games and/or clinics for ages 4-13
• Transport balls and equipment between multiple basketball sites if needed
• Supervise children ages 4 to 13 years old

Benefits

• Free Individual Membership to The J

Requirements

• Experience working with children preferred
• Experience as a coach/referee/player is preferred
• Knowledge of basketball and its rules
• Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends
• Must have reliable transportation

Physical Requirements

• Constant talking and hearing to communicate with players and officials
• Frequent standing, walking and eye/hand/foot coordination as well as exposure to a generally loud gymnasium environment
• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling of 25lbs, stooping/crouching, sitting, climbing stairs/ladders throughout the building and on the court and repetitive motions to demonstrate and execute skills

About The J

The J is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The J is Shabbat-Observant Friendly. The mission of The J is to build a strong, vibrant and inclusive community that enhances wellness, meaning and joy based on Jewish values, heritage and culture. The J operates on these values:

• Welcoming + Inclusive - We are welcoming, inclusive and nurturing. We invite all to join us in making connections and lifelong friendships.
• Building Community - We believe in the strength of community, and we seek to cultivate a sense of belonging in all we do.
• Enriching Mind + Body + Soul - We help individuals live a physically, intellectually, and emotionally healthy lifestyle.
• Passing on Jewish Culture + History - We celebrate and pass on the values, culture, history, and traditions of the Jewish people.
• Treat Others As You Wish To Be Treated - We treat everyone with respect, dignity and loving kindness.