Sports Coach-After School Program

Essential Responsibilities:

• Supervise and ensure the safety, development, growth, and well-being of students/campers

• Engage, demonstrate, and participate with students during sports activities

• Assist with set up and break down of sports equipment

• Follow and support the Program Director’s instructions and schedule throughout the camp

• Closely follow all safety protocols

• Communicate feedback or areas for improvement to program coordinator/leads

• Coaches are responsible for improving the athletic skills and abilities of their students. They are relied upon by Leads & Directors to help implement coaching plans. Sports camps are opportunities for coaches to use their personal experiences to teach, challenge and empower campers. Coaches also coach and run electives; recreational activities designed for students to have fun.

• Attend Required Paid Training

• Demonstrate exceptional customer service for all students and camp staff

• Engage students in sports activities and promote teamwork and sportsmanship

Additional Responsibilities:

• Attend job-related trainings and meetings to enhance professional knowledge.

• Support other programs, events, and operations as requested

Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with children.

• Sports background preferred.

• Must be fun, energetic, patient, and attentive

• Passion for working with youth and making a positive impact in the community

• High school diploma, equivalent, or active enrollment in school.

• Experience working in camps, with children, or with specific sports activities may be preferred.

• First aid, CPR, and additional training may be required or beneficial.

• Physical ability to participate in sports activities, run, jump, and support the weight of children.

• Ability to pass a background check, a physical, and proof of immunizations.

• High level of responsibility and accountability.

• Upbeat, engaging personality.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to engage in physical activities such as running, jumping, and playing sports. The position involves being active and on your feet for extended periods.

• The employee is often required to reach with hands and arms; and use hands and fingers for handling sports equipment.

• The employee must regularly lift and/or move sports equipment.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, and visual acuity sufficient to participate in sports activities.

• Hearing abilities required for communication with coworkers, camp participants, and third parties.

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position primarily functions in indoor and outdoor sports facilities and will have regular exposure to sports fields, recreational areas, and sports equipment.

• The position may require exposure to outdoor weather conditions during sports activities.