Flag Football Coach/Trainer

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Flag football at the Y provides girls with opportunities to develop athletic skills, build confidence, and learn the values of teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership, and respect. The Sports Associate specializing in girls' flag football is responsible for developing, organizing, and leading flag football clinics, skills training sessions, and player development programs for girls of varying ages and skill levels, from beginners to competitive athletes. The ideal candidate is passionate about youth sports, girls' athletic development, and creating an inclusive, supportive environment where every participant has the opportunity to learn, improve, and succeed. This position requires strong organizational, communication, coaching, and leadership skills, as well as the ability to engage participants, parents, coaches, and volunteers in support of the YMCA's mission.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Flag Football Clinics and Training: Develop, organize, and lead girls' flag football clinics, training sessions, and skill development programs focused on passing, catching, route running, flag pulling, defensive positioning, footwork, agility, and game awareness. Player Development: Create age-appropriate drills and training plans that improve individual athletic ability, teamwork, confidence, sportsmanship, and understanding of flag football rules and strategies. Coaching and Instruction: Teach fundamental and advanced flag football techniques, offensive and defensive concepts, game situations, and proper playing techniques in a positive and encouraging environment. Program Operations: Coordinate clinic schedules, participant registration, staffing, equipment preparation, field setup, and daily program operations to ensure an organized and effective experience. Girls' Sports Development: Promote participation in girls' flag football by creating opportunities for athletes to learn the game, develop leadership skills, build friendships, and pursue continued athletic development. Staff and Volunteer Development: Assist in recruiting, training, and supporting coaches, volunteers, and program staff to ensure consistent instruction, positive coaching practices, and high-quality participant experiences. Facilities and Equipment: Maintain and inspect flag football equipment and training areas, including footballs, flags, cones, agility equipment, and other program materials. Safety and Risk Management: Ensure that all clinics and training sessions follow YMCA safety procedures, appropriate warm-up and cool-down practices, safe training techniques, emergency procedures, and applicable program standards. Program Promotion: Develop and distribute flyers, registration information, schedules, and promotional materials to increase awareness and participation in girls' flag football programs. Community Engagement: Build positive relationships with participants, families, schools, community organizations, and potential partners to expand access to girls' flag football opportunities. Program Evaluation: Monitor player progress, collect participant and parent feedback, evaluate clinic effectiveness, and recommend improvements to training plans and program offerings. Administrative Responsibilities: Maintain attendance records, registration information, equipment inventories, training plans, and program reports as required. YMCA Support: Support the YMCA's mission, fundraising initiatives, volunteer committees, and other assigned responsibilities that contribute to the success and growth of youth sports programming.

CORE COMPETENCIES (TEAM LEADER)

Mission and Community Oriented: Models honesty, caring, respect, responsibility, and inclusion. Promotes an environment where girls of all backgrounds and skill levels feel welcomed, supported, and encouraged to participate in flag football. People Oriented: Builds positive relationships with athletes, families, coaches, staff, and volunteers. Provides clear instruction, constructive feedback, encouragement, and individualized support to help participants develop their skills and confidence. Results Oriented: Establishes measurable goals for clinic participation, player development, program quality, and participant satisfaction. Develops effective training plans, manages program resources, and identifies opportunities to expand girls' flag football offerings. Leadership and Team Development: Demonstrates effective coaching and leadership practices, encourages teamwork and communication, supports volunteer development, and helps create a positive team culture centered on sportsmanship and accountability. Personal Development Oriented: Demonstrates adaptability, professionalism, and a commitment to continuous learning. Seeks opportunities to improve coaching techniques, flag football knowledge, clinic instruction, and youth sports programming.

DISCLAIMERS

Must successfully complete the required criminal background check and drug screening. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions, subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. This job description may not be all-inclusive. Employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned by management. Responsibilities may be modified as appropriate by management. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young Mens Christian Association of South Palm Bea