Youth Sports & Programs Coach (Part-Time)

Icon Fitness; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Greenwich is seeking a part-time Youth Program Instructor to deliver a fun, safe sports experience for ages 3–17 at 50 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, teaching fundamentals, creating age-appropriate lesson plans, coordinating with volunteers, and communicating progress to parents. A minimum of one year coaching children/teens and current First Aid/CPR is required; weekend hours are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience teaching children/teens sports in a structured setting.
• Content expert in designated sports activity.
• Current First Aid/CPR certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety and well-being of children in the program with close supervision.
• Provide a fun, safe and inclusive experience for all participants.
• Provide supervision of participants in line with YMCA program standards (ratio, attendance).
• Work with supervisor to develop program objectives and goals for each session.
• Teach rules, fundamentals and emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Create and modify lesson plans that are age-appropriate, progressive and meet participant needs.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about progress and registration for sessions.
• Provide direction to volunteers or Sports Assistants who support the program.
• Familiarize self with branch emergency procedures and respond appropriately in emergencies.
• Accept additional responsibilities as assigned to support YMCA operations.

Skills

Sports instruction

Communication skills

First Aid/CPR

Flexible schedule

Coaching certificate desired

Volunteer supervision

Customer service

Education

Experience teaching sports to youth

Job description

YMCA of Greenwich is seeking a part-time Youth Program Instructor to deliver a fun, safe sports experience for ages 3–17 at 50 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, teaching fundamentals, creating age-appropriate lesson plans, coordinating with volunteers, and communicating progress to parents. A minimum of one year coaching children/teens and current First Aid/CPR is required; weekend hours are expected.