Weekend Coach

Weekend Coach

Department: Weekend Programs & Parties

Reports To: Weekend Operations Manager; party direction from the assigned Captain

Employment Type: Part-time hourly

Pay: $17–$30 per hour

Location: In person at Fastbreak locations in New York City

About Fastbreak Sports

Fastbreak Sports is a New York City youth athletics organization offering basketball, flag football, cheer and dance, multi-sport, camps, leagues, teams, private coaching, parties, and special events. Since 2006, Fastbreak has grown into a family of programs across Manhattan that helps young athletes build skills, confidence, and community.

About the Role

Fastbreak is hiring 2–3 Weekend Coaches to help children feel welcome, get involved, and enjoy our programs and birthday parties. This active, hands-on role suits someone who enjoys leading games and working with a team. Under the Weekend Operations Manager and assigned Party Captain, coaches lead or assist with age-appropriate activities, help with setup and cleanup, and stay engaged with children and families.

Responsibilities

Coaching & Activity Delivery

• Lead or assist with classes, parties, camps, and other weekend programs, following the activity plan.
• Explain activities clearly, demonstrate skills, and help children participate with confidence.
• Adapt activities to the group’s age, ability, and engagement while following the program plan.
• Bring enthusiasm, creativity, and an inclusive approach to every session.

Program Preparation & Equipment

• At the start of the shift, review the party brief and assigned activities; help prepare equipment and spaces within your training.
• Support party transitions and the Captain’s assignments, coordinating preparation details with the events team.
• Help reset spaces and return equipment correctly after activities.

Teamwork & Communication

• The Staffing Director arranges staffing. Follow the Weekend Operations Manager’s assignments and the Party Captain’s direction during each party.
• Take initiative on appropriate tasks and ask for support when a situation needs another decision-maker.
• Remain engaged through setup, programs, transitions, and cleanup.
• Help teammates, coordinate with the Events Assistant on party details, and bring activity changes to the Captain or manager.

Child Safety & Family Experience

• Maintain active supervision and follow Fastbreak’s safety procedures.
• Greet children and families warmly and respond professionally to routine questions.
• Report safety, staffing, equipment, or customer concerns promptly to the Captain or manager.
• Arrive on time in the required uniform and keep personal phone use from interrupting supervision or assigned work.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in coaching, camps, recreation, teaching, or similar settings is helpful.
• Confidence leading groups and giving clear, age-appropriate instructions.
• Positive energy and a willingness to participate actively in games and demonstrations.
• Patience, sound judgment, and attention to children’s safety.
• Reliability, punctuality, and regular Saturday and Sunday availability.
• Ability to work cooperatively, receive feedback, and learn Fastbreak’s activities.
• Clear, respectful communication with children, families, and colleagues.

How You'll Succeed at Fastbreak

• Keep children engaged, included, and safely supervised.
• Be prepared, support the team, and follow through on each assignment.
• Bring steady enthusiasm and adapt thoughtfully when plans change.

Schedule

Regular Saturday and Sunday availability is required. Shifts include assigned programs or parties, setup, and cleanup. Follow Fastbreak’s process for planned unavailability.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay is $17–$30 per hour, based on experience and assigned coaching responsibilities. Applicable rates are confirmed before you accept an assignment.

Benefits are provided according to Fastbreak’s policies and eligibility requirements.

Physical Requirements

The role involves active games and demonstrations, movement around program spaces, and equipment setup and cleanup, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fastbreak Sports is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions without unlawful discrimination based on any status protected by applicable law and provide reasonable accommodations as required by law.

Pay: $17.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 15.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $30