COACH I – YOUTH SPORTS
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening
community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Coach –
Youth Sports will lead in teaching the assigned sport(s). The Coach is responsible for ensuring
the safety of the students enrolled in his/her sport, must be knowledgeable about all aspects of
coaching multiple age groups and must encourage the highest standards of conduct and
scholastic achievement among all athletes. This part-time role may require evening and weekend
availability.
? Lead challenging and educational practice sessions.
? Instruct 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.
? Performs other duties as assigned.
We're an inclusive organization of men, women and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility.
We know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. That’s why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
We have 5 facilities throughout Northern New Jersey:
East Orange YMCA
South Mountain YMCA
Sussex County YMCA
West Essex YMCA
New Milford YMCA Program Center/Greater Bergen County YMCA
And 2 Sleep-away camps:
Fairview Lake YMCA Camps in Stillwater, NJ
Lake in the Woods in Blairstown, NJ
Camp Michikamau in Southfields, NY
In addition, we operate 3 Early Learning Child Care Centers: East Orange YMCA, West Essex YMCA Peanut Shell, and South Mountain YMCA.
Established in 1885, the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges in New Jersey, serves more than 55,000 individuals, including 35,000+ members, and provides nearly $2.8 million in direct and indirect financial assistance yearly.
