# Summer Camp Youth Sports Coach

**Company:** [Amazing Athletes](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/mfxJNqTFx2p3rCfR6zHGEF.md)
**Location:** Indianapolis, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Part-time
**Department:** Training

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## Description

Amazing Athletes is seeking a Summer Camp Youth Sports Coach for our multi-sport enrichment program. As the largest program of its kind in the country, Amazing Athletes is dedicated to providing children ages 1-12 with positive movement experiences to enhance their physical literacy and meet important milestones.

As a Summer Camp Youth Sports Coach, you will play a key role in leading and organizing a sport-specific (and sometimes multi-sport) program that provides a fun and safe learning environment for children. We go to program locations on a daily basis (primary north, west, and south sides of Indianapolis). These run five days a week, either 9AM-12PM, 1PM-4PM, or all day. Additional coaching opportunities are available outside of the regular camp hours.

### Responsibilities

-   Teach children fundamental sports skills (inc. Soccer, Tennis, Baseball, Basketball, Lacrosse and other)
-   Plan activities that positively influence physical development and coordination of children.
-   Create a fun, inclusive, and positive learning environment
-   Manage groups of children, providing guidance and support to ensure their safety and well-being (Group sizes can range from 8-30, but generally are 12-24).
-   Develop and lead age-appropriate drills and exercises. (Ages 5-12)
-   Interact and engage with children while providing instruction.
-   Set and enforce behavioral standards and rules.

## Requirements

-   "Make it work" attitude, always willing to adapt to different environments.
-   Prior experience in coaching, teaching, or working with children.
-   Knowledge and passion for sports.
-   Experience managing groups of children. Many if not all of these classes are taught solo.
-   Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
-   Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, and kneel for extended periods.
-   Must have a valid driver's license.
-   Availability must include Monday through Friday, from 8:30 to 4:30pm, starting May 25th through August 7th.

## Benefits

Compensation for weekly 3 hour camps ranges from $300 - 350 depending on experience. Additional opportunties are compensated on a per class basis (based on a 30 minute class). Or in some cases, 2 camps per day.

We offer paid training, coaching shirts, and all necessary equipment and training to run your class.