Basketball Trainer

Nook Basketball instructors are responsible for the positive development of young athletes through individual and small group basketball lessons. This position is based out of the Spooky Nook Sports complex with the flexibility to schedule lessons as available.

Essential Functions:

• Teach a variety of skills related to basketball, based on the needs of each individual client
• Provide a positive and motivating atmosphere for all athletes
• Ensure the safety of all athletes by following facility rules
• Plan effective individual and small group lessons to accomplish player goals
• Provide adequate communication to players, parents, and the director
• Follow instructor procedures and policies set forth
• All other duties as assigned

• Multiple years of experience of travel, high school, or college soccer coaching experience
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Dependable transportation to and from work
• Language skills: Fluent knowledge of the English language; including the ability to read and interpret written information and speak and understand verbal communication?
• Ability to fulfill the physical requirements of the position with any reasonable accommodations as necessary
• Availability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as needed
• Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous participation in high level basketball (playing or coaching)
• Strong leadership and teaching skills
• Guest services/customer service background
• Previous participation in athletics/clubs/school programs preferred
• Experience working with athletes of varying age groups
• Highly dependable with a history of consistent attendance and punctuality
• Guest-focused/service-oriented; ability to see big picture and impact on Company. Supports Company mission as serves as an advocate for its products and services
• Demonstrates a positive and friendly attitude towards athletes, parents, officials, opposition, guests, and fellow employees. Exhibits a respectful, professional demeanor
• Self-starting and motivated with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Ability to remain calm in tense or stressful situations
• Experience communicating with individuals of diverse demographics
• Initiative to work efficiently with minimal supervision

Working Conditions:

• Physical requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the team member will be regularly required to perform physical activity that includes moving about the work area, standing, sitting, bending, reaching with hands and arms, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, hearing and smelling. The team member will be frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. He or she is required to have the visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Lifting requirements: The team member will be required to lift, push, pull, lower and/or move up to 10 lbs regularly, and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Noise Level: The noise level in this environment is typically moderate to loud.
• Work schedule: The work schedule may fluctuate to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.