Assistant Coach-Youth Sports

East Orange YMCA, 100 N ARLINGTON AVE, EAST ORANGE, New Jersey, United States of America Req #1048

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

We are an all-inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As a growing, mission-focused, and future-oriented association of YMCAs, the Metro YMCA of the Oranges has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, mission-driven candidate to join our team.

Sign on bonus may apply

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Assistant Coach – Youth Sports will assist the head coach in teaching the assigned sport. The Assistant Coach is responsible for ensuring the safety of the students enrolled in his / her sport, must be knowledgeable about all aspects of coaching a middle school and must encourage the highest standards of conduct and scholastic achievement among all athletes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Assist in leading a challenging and educational practice session.
• Assist instruction of a group in accordance with YMCA guidelines and rules of the game.
• Uphold, model, teach and put the four (4) core values of the YMCA into action in all activities - everyday : Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Maintain good relationship with students, parents and sports officials.
• Maintain professional appearance and report on time to all scheduled practices and games.
• Strive to develop the qualities of leadership, initiative and good judgement in all athletes.
• Develop habits that promote good health and sound training rules.
• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill and encourage youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
• Adhere to the directions given by the head coach and assist at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader) :

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions. Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in accordance to instruction. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must have the ability to instruct and actively observe participants. Ability to stand for long periods of time, walk, use hands, stoop, and crouch. Regularly lifts up to 10 – 50 pounds.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES : Current active employees of the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges should apply via the Careers section of the Dayforce Employee Account.

COVID-19 Precaution(s) :

Professional development opportunities and complimentary use of YMCA facilities.

We are proud to be an EEO / AA / employer M / F / D / V. Employment is subject to extensive background check.

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