Coaching Assistant - TGA - Part Time

Youth Athletes United (YAU) is a leading educational sports program throughout the country. We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic youth sports coach to join their team. As a coach, you will work with small groups of children across various ages, developing their skills, physical literacy, and teamwork abilities. At YAU, we believe in using positive reinforcement and a low child-to-coach ratio to help each child feel confident, regardless of their age or skill level. With over 20 years of experience, we have a best-in-class curriculum that is specific and progressive to every child's developmental needs.

As a coach, your role will be instrumental in the development of children's gross motor skills and socialization skills, making a positive impact on their lives. Whether it's through classes, camps, afterschool enrichment, birthday parties, or team training, you will be part of making a difference in the lives of over 100,000 participants each year.

This job is perfect for part-time workers, retirees, high school and college students, stay-at-home parents, nanny, teachers, and anyone else with a flexible schedule who have a passion for sports, love working with young children, and wants to give back to their community! The ideal team member will have experience working in Tennis, Golf, Pickleball,Cheer or Football .

Schedules will vary but class times will typically fall between Monday-Friday : 2pm - 6pm

Ideally this position will involve 5-8 hours / week coaching classes, 3-5 hours per week managing equipment, and 6 hours helping with recruitment, hiring, running trainings and doing class observations

Compensation : Starting rate $21 an hour upon completion of coach test. Higher rates up to $25 will be reviewed in relation to experience.

Legal exemptions include but are not limited to, medical condition, disability or sincerely-held religious belief.

Requirements

• Passion for working with children and improving their physical literacy, gross motor skills, and socialization skills!
• Strong sports background with general sports knowledge.
• Must have reliable transportation as all programs are run at local schools and parks.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with children and parents.
• Must be punctual (classes are held after school in the afternoons and children are counting on you)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Lead, provide materials for and participate in coach training
• Oversee equipment distribution and maintain inventory
• Liaise with parents and locations to receive feedback on staff performance and program content
• Experience managing and staff development