Youth Basketball Coach & Skills Instructor

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Retirement benefits

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

The Prospect Park YMCA in Brooklyn is seeking a part-time Basketball Sports Instructor to work with children and teens, promoting enjoyment of sports, building confidence, and developing basic basketball skills. You will create age-appropriate lesson plans, supervise participants, emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship, communicate with parents, ensure equipment safety, and support program promotions.

Must have at least one year of coaching youth sports, CPR/First Aid, and complete YMCA Coaching

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of one year of experience teaching children/teens sports in a structured setting.
• Must attend the YMCA Coaching 101 Training within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Must receive the CDC HEADS UP Concussion in Youth Sports certificate within thirty (30) days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Supervisor to develop program objectives and goals for each session.
• Create a written lesson plan for the program session that is age-appropriate and progressive.
• Provide supervision of the participants in line with YMCA program standards and guidelines.
• Be able to modify lesson plans to meet participant needs.
• Emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Teach rules and fundamentals and enhance basic skills.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about progress and registration for the next session.
• Ensure equipment is safe and in proper working condition.

Skills

Communication with members of all ages

Knowledge of youth development

Sports activity content expert

First Aid/CPR certifications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Prospect Park YMCA in Brooklyn is seeking a part-time Basketball Sports Instructor to work with children and teens, promoting enjoyment of sports, building confidence, and developing basic basketball skills. You will create age-appropriate lesson plans, supervise participants, emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship, communicate with parents, ensure equipment safety, and support program promotions.

Must have at least one year of coaching youth sports, CPR/First Aid, and complete YMCA Coaching