Youth Basketball Coach (Part Time)

Company	Cavaliers Holdings LlcSee more
Address	Cleveland, OH
Form of work	Part-Time
Category	Education/Training

Job description

Cavaliers Holdings LLC is committed to delivering epic experiences for our fans, team members, community, and the world. Fueled by a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture, we strive to recruit individuals that will be enthusiastic and purposeful in carrying out our vision as Transformative Leaders in Sports and Entertainment. If you are ready to work in the fast-paced and high-energy setting of the Cavs, Monsters, Charge, Legion and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse- then we want to talk to YOU!
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking those passionate about working with youth; those who put the child first and the sport second. The Cavs Academy Coaching Team works daily to INSPIRE PLAY with the youth of our community, allowing them to grow as individuals and develop athletic characteristics while learning the FUNdamentals of basketball. We do not require basketball experience (playing or coaching) to succeed on our team; so long as you have experience with youth, we want to talk to YOU!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide on-court instruction for all Cavs Academy offerings, including: Cavalittles programs for athletes ages 4 - 7, Cavs Academy Camps & Clinics for ages 8-14, and specialized skills trainings
Assist with community activations, clinics and school events, working with student athletes from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds
Assist with the set-up, execution and tear-down of Cavs Academy and Cavalittles camps and clinics
Help with greeting athletes and families at check in, providing energy and "hype" as they enter the event
Provide customer service support to all parents, children and spectators
Collect on-site feedback from parents and encourage completion of event feedback survey
Source new Youth Basketball contacts in the community and work to forge new relationships with facilities and coaches
Provide feedback on current programs and innovative ideas for new ones

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with coaching or working with youth is required
Basketball experience (playing, coaching, admin, etc) is a plus but not required for all positions
Experience hosting camps, managing tournaments and other sports-related events preferred
Experience with pre-k - grade 2 experience a plus
Childcare providers, teachers and camp counselors without sports experience encouraged to apply
Strong and commanding presence on the court; ability to draw attention from a large group of youth and keep engaged
Punctual and reliable: must be on time to events as scheduled
Strong communicator: ability to meet athletes where they are and learn to communicate with them as needed as well as ability to communicate with parents
Emotionally Intelligent: lead with empathy and awareness at all times
Enthusiastic and Energetic: passion for FUN and ability to maintain for duration of events
Knowledge of the Game: familiarity with basketball skills and terminology
Versatile Coaching: ability to work with a variety of ages, from 4 - 14

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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