The Jewish Community Center of San Francisco is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as a Youth Sports Coach with an emphasis on youth volleyball for the upcoming 2024 Spring Youth Sport Classes. We are looking for candidates with coaching experience and/or extensive knowledge of volleyball, coupled with a passion for working with children aged 8 to 12 years. Our youth sports program at JCCSF is designed to instill both sport-specific and life skills in a positive and enjoyable environment. Successful applicants will embody these principles while providing steadfast leadership and dedication to the young program participants.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop team goals aligned with the JCCSF youth sports program philosophies.
• Organize engaging practices and games, focusing on fundamental skill development with positive reinforcement.
• Consistently attend weekday classes.
• Provide active guidance to the team during classes
• Acquire and adhere to JCCSF policies and procedures.
• Maintain open communication with children, parents, fellow coaches, and supervisors.
• Additional duties as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience working with children aged 3-11 years.
• Knowledge of early childhood development is advantageous.
• Familiarity with volleyball.
• Previous experience as a youth volleyball coach is preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Availability for all scheduled classes, trainings, and meetings.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Coaching activities take place in an indoor gymnasium at JCCSF, ensuring a comfortable and climate-controlled setting for coaches and athletes.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of standing, typically lasting a few hours each day.
• Ability to lift and handle objects weighing up to 50lbs.
• Ability to demonstrate sport-specific skills.
• Frequent movement within the gymnasium environment during scheduled hours.

SCHEDULE

• Spring Season: March 28th, 2024 – May 16th, 2024
• Coach training/meetings in late March

HOURS

2 – 10 hours/week. Seasonal position: March – May. Must be available for the entire session, with flexibility for one to two weekday afternoons or evenings, Monday – Thursday.