Jr. Celtics Academy Coach

Boston Celtics; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The Jr. Celtics Academy, the official youth basketball platform of the Boston Celtics, seeks a part-time Supervisor to support clinics, camps, leagues and other programs for the 2026-27 season.

You will lead on-court training, design activities to improve fundamentals and character, and serve as a positive role model for players and families.

3-5 years in related fields preferred; strong safety mindset, excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, and weekend availability required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a related field.
• Education or coaching experience not required but preferred.
• Ability to engage with a wide age range of participants and levels.
• Strong emphasis on safety and positive development.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Availability to work weekends and holiday/school break periods.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate on-court training and skill development for youth players.
• Design and implement activities emphasizing fundamentals and game understanding.
• Serve as a positive role model and hardworking leader for participants.
• Build a positive environment where participants can perform at their best on and off the court.
• Pre-event set up and post-event breakdown.
• Proactively greet parents and engage with participants.
• Grow Jr. Celtics Academy network with existing and new youth basketball partners.

Skills

Youth development

Coaching

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Event staffing

Job description

Supervisor: Sr. Director, Head of Youth Basketball Development

Job Classification: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Part Time, 29 Hours Per Week

Summary

The Jr. Celtics Academy is the official youth basketball platform of the 18-Time World Champion Boston Celtics, which is dedicated to improving positive youth development in the community through highly engaging basketball programs teaching the standards of Celtics basketball to kids, coaches, referees, and parents.

Jr. Celtics Academy provides New England’s youth with inclusive and unique basketball experiences, using fun and professionally proven techniques to teach youth both basketball and life skills, creating the next generation of Celtics fans. We see ourselves as the continuously developing source of Truth for youth basketball in New England.

Would you like to develop the next generation of youth basketball? Do you love teaching the game and working to develop young people? If so, we have an opportunity for you! Responsibilities will include supporting our operations, including clinics, camps, leagues and much more throughout the 2026-27 season.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate on-court training and skill development to youth basketball players
• Design and implement activities emphasizing fundamental skill improvement, understanding of the game, and positive character growth
• Serve as a positive role model to participants by being an active and hardworking leader
• Build a positive environment where participants can show up and do their best on and off the court
• Pre-event set up and post-event breakdown
• Pro-actively greet parents and consistently engage with participants
• Grow Jr. Celtics Academy network through existing and new relationships with youth basketball organizations and facilities in the community

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in a related field
• Professional experience in education and/or coaching not required but strongly preferred
• Ability to engage with a wide age range of participants and ability levels
• Overall dedication and understanding of youth development basketball training
• Exhibit unwavering passion for the activities with a keen focus on safety
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Available to work flexible hours, primarily weekends and holiday/school break periods

The expected range of annual salary/hourly rate and potential commission, if applicable, is included below. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this/these range(s) will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market and industry considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure, performance, and standing with the company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

Hourly Rate Range: $17.00 - $24.00

Banner Seventeen, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants for employment are afforded equal opportunity in every area of hiring and employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy (and pregnancy related conditions), gender identity or expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, military or veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

About Company

Throughout the Boston Celtics’ storied history, they have long stood for equality and respect, including drafting the first African American player, hiring the first African American coach, and playing the first all-black starting five. The Celtics have won a record 18 NBA Championships spanning six decades, including eight in a row from 1959-1966, and winning their most recent in 2024. In addition, 52 former Celtics players, management, coaches, or staff have been inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The team has been operating under local ownership since 2002.