Youth Sports Assistant

Plattsburgh YMCA; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Plattsburgh YMCA in New York is seeking a Youth Sports Coach to support programs across soccer, basketball, baseball and volleyball. You will supervise practices and games, teach basic sports skills, and help create a positive experience for participants while building trust with children and their families.

You will work with the Sports Director and Coordinator to ensure equipment and fields meet quality standards, maintain safety protocols, and set up/teardown as needed.

Qualifications

• Basic sports knowledge
• Commitment to creating a positive participant experience
• Ability to build relationships with children and parents
• Focus on safety and following regulations

Responsibilities

• Be present at all practices and games
• Assist with coaching of teams
• Parent supervision and behavior management
• Field preparation (Painting, sweeping, etc.)
• Set Up and Take Down of Equipment when needed

Job description

Description

1. Fulfill the YMCA’s mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

2. Supervise practices and games for Youth Soccer, Basketball, Baseball and Volleyball

3. Give basic sports knowledge and ensure a positive experience for participants.

4. Build effective, authentic relationships with children and parents.

5. Ensure the safety of all by following proper precautions and regulations.

6. Encourage the involvement of all participants.

7. Assist the Sports Director and Coordinator in assuring our equipment and fields meet quality standards. 8. Perform any additional tasks assigned by supervisors.

YOUTH SPORTS SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Be present at all practices and games

Assist with coaching of teams

Parent supervision and behavior management

Field preparation (Painting, sweeping, etc.)

Set Up and Take Down of Equipment when needed