Job Opening: Coach, San Diego Posted February 26, 2016
Squash Coach Position Salary: Based on experience level Education: Bachelor’s Degree, Level 1 Coaching Certification Type: Full time, minimum two-year commitment required Location: San Diego, CA Start Date: Negotiable
About Access Youth Academy We
believe every child should have equal access to achieve their full
potential. Our mission is to transform the lives of underserved youth
through academic enrichment, health and wellness, social
responsibility and leadership through squash.
We use the
sport of squash as a catalyst to transform young lives. Our program
that begins by selecting children in the 7th grade, educating them with
our four pillars and continuing to transform their lives for six years
through high school graduation and then 6 years through college and
post-graduate career.
During these fundamental years, we
provide guidance for building essential life skills to becoming
responsible and honorable adults. By creating a culture of healthy
lifestyle and exercise, students find the discipline and dedication to
unlock their potential and achieve their goals. Family members are
involved in the transformation process, as these skills translate to
all members of a family and ultimately a community.
About the Position Access
Youth Academy seeks a committed Squash Coach who will support the youth
by managing a year-round comprehensive squash program including
planning and implementing practices. The Squash Coach will work closely
with the Executive Director and Program Director to ensure the
successful development, planning, and administration of the program.
The successful candidate will bring a passion for inspiring, mentoring,
and guiding urban youth as well as a strong background in squash and
coaching.
Responsibilities Plan and administer
daily after-school squash and fitness sessions practices for 40+ middle
and high school students with an emphasis on development and hard work Build strong relationships with students and their families, through constant interaction Work
closely with the Executive Director to meet the needs of your students
and ensure a fully integrated curriculum (fitness, health, and
life-skills) Record, track and evaluate daily progress (attitude, participation, effort) Coordinate squash component of program tryouts. Communicate with families and staff about issues related to student effort and development Schedule and coordinate team squash matches and individual tournaments for players as appropriate Coordinate team trips to National Urban Team and Individual Championships and other tournaments Coordinate summer programming
Qualifications: Experience coaching squash and/or working with underserved youth Substantial squash playing experience Outstanding speaking, interpersonal, and leadership skills Able to work Monday-Fridays, and most Saturdays Adaptability, creativity, and initiative-taking Project management, interpersonal, organizational and networking skills Sensitivity to different cultures and communities with a commitment to youth development
If interested, please send resume and cover letter to: Renato Paiva, Access Youth Academy Executive Director at renato@accessyouthacademy.org
