Part-Time Youth Basketball Lead Coach II

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges in New Jersey is seeking a Youth Basketball Coach II for part‑time, hourly work. The role leads basketball programs for children of mixed ages and abilities, planning and delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction.

The Coach II works under the Assistant Director of Youth Sports, coordinating with supporting coaches and implementing a curriculum that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to effectively teach basketball fundamentals and lead structured, developmentally appropriate instruction for youth participants.
• Ability to serve as the lead instructor for assigned programs, confidently managing groups of children while coordinating with assistant coaches when applicable.
• Strong organizational and instructional skills, with the ability to maintain an engaging pace, maximize active participation, and minimize unnecessary downtime during sessions.
• Ability to adapt coaching methods, activities, and communication to accommodate different ages, abilities, skill levels, and learning styles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to creating positive, supportive experiences for players and families.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback, establish clear expectations, and maintain a structured, encouraging learning environment.
• Dependability, punctuality, professionalism, and the ability to consistently manage assigned coaching responsibilities.
• Willingness to implement established basketball curriculum, instructional standards, and program-development objectives.
• Ability to work collaboratively with basketball leadership, fellow coaches, and other YMCA staff.
• Consistent availability for weekday evening programming and extended weekend assignments, including shifts of approximately 4-8 hours.
• Commitment to the YMCA's mission, core values, inclusion standards, and youth safety policies.
• Ability to successfully complete required background checks, child protection training, and YMCA-required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead age-appropriate basketball practices, instructional classes, and skill-development sessions for youth participants.
• Serve as the lead instructor for assigned programs, managing group instruction, activities, transitions, and participant engagement while coordinating with assistant coaches when applicable.
• Maximize active participation and time on task through efficient practice organization, purposeful drill design, and effective group management.
• Maintain a consistent, engaging pace of instruction, anticipating transitions, adapting activities as needed, and ensuring participants remain actively involved throughout each session.
• Teach fundamental basketball skills, including ball handling, passing, shooting, footwork, defensive principles, and introductory team concepts.
• Coordinate with assistant coaches and other program staff to maintain consistent instructional standards, efficient program delivery, and a positive participant experience.

Skills

Basketball fundamentals

Lead instruction

Group management

Curriculum implementation

Job description

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges in New Jersey is seeking a Youth Basketball Coach II for part‑time, hourly work. The role leads basketball programs for children of mixed ages and abilities, planning and delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction.

The Coach II works under the Assistant Director of Youth Sports, coordinating with supporting coaches and implementing a curriculum that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.