Job Details
Amazing Athletes is seeking a Summer Camp Youth Sports Coach for our multi-sport enrichment program. As the largest program of its kind in the country, Amazing Athletes is dedicated to providing children ages 1 - 12 with positive movement experiences to enhance their physical literacy and meet important milestones.
As a Summer Camp Youth Sports Coach, you will play a key role in leading and organizing a sport specific (and somtimes multi sport) program that provides a fun and safe learning environment for children. We go to program locations on a daily basis (primary north and / or south side of Indianapolis). Generally these run 5 days a week either 9 - 12 or 1 - 4. Additional coaching opportunities are available outside of the regular camp hours.
Responsibilities
- Teach children fundamental sports skills (inc. Soccer, Tennis, Baseball, Basketball, Lacrosse and other)
- Plan activities that positively influence physical development and coordination of children
- Create a fun, inclusive, and positive learning environment
- Manage groups of children, providing guidance and support to ensure their safety and well-being (Group sizes can range from 8 - 30, but generally are 12 - 24).
- Develop and lead age-appropriate drills and exercises. (Ages 5 - 12)
- Interact and engage with children while providing instruction
- Set and enforce behavioral standards and rules
Requirements
- "Make it work" attitude, always willing to adapt to different environments
- Prior experience in coaching, teaching or working with children
- Knowledge and passion for sports
- Experience managing groups of children. Many if not all of these classes are solo taught.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
- Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, and kneel for extended periods
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Availability must include Monday through Friday, from 8:30 to 4:30pm, starting May 27th through August 9th
Benefits
Compensation for weekly 3 hour camps ranges from $300 - 350 depending on experience. Additional opportunties are compensated on a per class basis (based on a 30 minute class). Or in some cases, 2 camps per day.
We offer paid training, coaching shirts, and all necessary equipment and training to run your class.