Lil's Sports Coach (Multi-Sport Youth Coach)

Job Description

Job Description

• • LocationHill City Sports Center, 118 Davis Cup Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24502, United States
  • Job CategoryHill City Sports Centet
  • IndustryYouth Sports Coach - (Variety of Sports)
  • Employee TypePT Non-Exempt

  Description

  Hill City Sports Center is seeking energetic, positive, and engaging Lil’s Sports Coaches to lead introductory, multi-sport programming for young children. This role focuses on teaching foundational movement skills, basic sport concepts, and creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment for early learners.

  Coaches will work with young children in a variety of sports such as basketball, soccer, baseball, volleyball, and general motor skill development activities. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys working with kids and introducing them to sports in a fun, low-pressure setting.

  Essentials Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead age-appropriate multi-sport activities for young children

  • Teach basic skills, movement patterns, and coordination exercises

  • Create a fun, structured, and encouraging environment

  • Ensure safety and active supervision at all times

  • Set up and break down equipment for activities

  • Use positive coaching techniques to build confidence and engagement

  • Communicate professionally with parents, staff, and program leadership

  • Encourage teamwork, listening skills, and participation

  • Adapt activities to meet varying age and skill levels

  • Support themed games, camps, and seasonal programming

  Qualifications

  • Passion for working with young children (typically ages 3–8)

  • High energy, patience, and a positive attitude

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to lead group activities in a fun and organized manner

  • Previous coaching, childcare, camp, or teaching experience preferred but not required

  • Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in youth sports, recreation, daycare, or early childhood education

  • CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

  • Basic knowledge of multiple sports (basketball, soccer, etc.)

  • Experience working with early childhood age groups

  Physical Requirements

  • Ability to actively participate in games, drills, and demonstrations

  • Ability to stand, move, and engage continuously during sessions

  • Ability to lift and carry lightweight sports equipment

  Work Environment

  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.