Academy Basketball Coach

The Academy Coach will develop U8-U14 youth Basketball players at the YMCA of Central Texas in accordance with the mission, values and values of our association. The Academy Coach is expected to deliver quality sports guidance and education to young athletes within the Y Basketball Academy program, and help those players realize their development potential. Must have college or elite level coaching experience.
Please include your relevant sports experience in you resume and/or cover letter when applying.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
High School Diploma/GED, some college
preferred
1-5+ Years of coaching experience required
Base level to top level certification by and member of National Agency in related field
Coaching in a high-performance senior environment in a US based competition OR Coaching in a college environment 3-5+ years
preferred
Elite Development Experience
preferred
Must possess a valid Texas Driver License and show proof of insurability while maintaining a driver record that is satisfactory with Y standards
Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certification
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to conduct weekly organized training sessions with a focus on player development.
Participate in player evaluations and scrimmages to determine appropriate team placement/assignments.
Coach weekend league games, and tournaments when scheduled, with an emphasis on development and teaching the game.
Conduct parent meetings in order to distribute important season/team information
Maintain a positive relationship with players parents, with an emphasis on communication
Ability to attract, maintain, lead and motivate quality staff and volunteer leadership
Knowledge of basic computer skills
Ability to be an articulate spokesperson for the Association and the YMCA movement as a whole
Knowledge and understanding of community resources and how to relate these to maximize their utilization to the help the YMCA meet goals
Commitment to the purpose of the YMCA of Central Texas
Enthusiasm, high energy and exceptional human relations and motivational skills
Exhibit ability to lead within the organization (both Staff and Volunteers)
PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT DEMANDS
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pay Range:
$18.33-$49.00/hr DOE
About Us:
We are a not-for-profit services Association focusing on mission driven initiatives, with a vision of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities throughout 7 Texas Counties. Our organization is home to the largest school age child care provider in Williamson County as well as health and fitness programs that improve the quality of life for over 45,000 members ranging from preschool through senior citizen.
The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. Thank you for your interest in the YMCA of Central Texas!