The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan seeks a Director of Youth Coaching to lead the premier coaching program in its Youth Athletics Department. The JCC offers 30+ weekly sports classes for children ages 18 months to 13 years, including basketball, tennis, pickleball and sports fundamentals. The Director coaches 15-20 classes a week with 1-2 assistant coaches, and trains and supports the coaching staff.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee a leveled youth athletics program with clear skill progression
• Co-develop and implement a coaching curriculum for ages 18 months-13 years
• Lead skill-building classes for younger children and game-play and strategy classes for older children
• Recruit, train, supervise and mentor coaches; co-plan bi-weekly staff meetings
• Communicate regularly with families on progress and program updates
• Evaluate program effectiveness and manage departmental administration
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Education, Psychology or a related field; Master's preferred
3+ years coaching youth sports in a leadership or supervisory role
Strong understanding of child development
Excellent communication and organizational skills
First aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
Available some late nights and Sundays each semester
Salary: $75,000
Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and holidays, 403(b), free fitness membership, and discounts on JCC programs. In office five days a week on the Upper West Side.
