Volunteer Basketball Coach
29 days ago
East New York, Brooklyn
Team Phoenix is seeking passionate and reliable Volunteer Youth Basketball Coaches for boys and girls to support our mission of using basketball as a vehicle for personal growth, leadership development, and long-term success beyond high school. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy mentoring young athletes, teaching the fundamentals of the game, and contributing to a positive, inclusive team culture. Volunteer Coaches play a critical role in creating safe, structured, and engaging environments where youth athletes can develop both on and off the court. What Success in This Role Looks Like A successful Volunteer Youth Basketball Coach: • Builds strong, respectful relationships with student-athletes, • Demonstrates consistent preparation and professionalism at practices and games, • Helps athletes improve fundamental basketball skills, teamwork, and confidence, • Models positive behavior, sportsmanship, and accountability, • Contributes to a supportive team culture aligned with the organization’s values How This Role Fits Into the Organization: Volunteer Coaches are a core part of Team Phoenix’s programming and work closely with the Head Coach, program leadership, and other staff to deliver high-quality youth development experiences. This role directly supports our mission to provide young people with structure, mentorship, and opportunities for growth through sport. • ResponsibilitiesPlan and lead age-appropriate basketball practices focused on skill development, teamwork, and game understanding, • Supervise and coach athletes during games, practices, and team activities, • Foster an inclusive, respectful, and motivating environment for all participants, • Communicate clearly and professionally with athletes, parents/guardians, and staff, • Reinforce team rules, safety guidelines, and organizational values consistently, • Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating leadership, integrity, and sportsmanship, • Support athlete development both athletically and personally, • QualificationsExperience playing or coaching basketball at the youth, high school, or higher level preferred, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse youth and adults, • Reliable, punctual, and committed to scheduled practices and games, • Passion for youth development, mentorship, and community impact, • CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) is a plus, • Coaching certification is a plus but not required
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435 Park Avenue, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, 11205, New York
