Basketball Trainer/Gym Monitor

Company: Sid Jacobson JCC
Location: Greenvale
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Sid Jacobson JCC is a community center that focus on the well being of of Health and Wellness. We are looking for a part time approx 10-20 hours per week experienced Basketball trainer that will also monitor the gym activities taking place. Sundays 6-9pm a must POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES: The Basketball Trainer is responsible for coaching a variety of basketball classes and working with children of all ages to teach a variety of basketball skills and develop lesson plans for skill development. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Develops children’s fundamental movement and basketball skills (“shot, catch, pass”) and early understanding of game play. · Leads sport-specific drill and game components including set-up, clean-up and equipment management with fellow coaches. · Develops children’s self-esteem and confidence by growing their capacity for and success in physical activity and in individual and team sport situations. · Collaborates with the Sports Supervisor in creating curriculum and ensuring day-to-day implementation. · Ensures the health, safety and welfare of class participants and work towards positive resolution if any issues are presented. · “Plant the seeds” for a lifelong enjoyment of physical activity and sports participation. · Interacts with parents, caregivers, and team members in various SJJCC departments to create a strong sense of community. · Participates in select non-sports activities & programming, including, but not limited to, opening and closing days and electives. · Must be able to work weekends and oversee Sunday evening gym operation by maintaining safety, effective communication & strong customer service. · May be asked to participate in Maccabi Games. · Additional duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: · 1 years’ experience working with children and sports or related experience. · High School or GED Diploma. · Experience working with children in a structured environment, preferably in youth sports or camp. · Must have a basic understanding and proficiency in coaching basketball. · Must be energetic and upbeat, able to maintain a positive attitude throughout the day. · Must be good role model, hard-working, promoting kind behavior, be encouraging and friendly, and exhibit good values. · Excellent customer service skills, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, caregivers, team members, SJJCC members and members of the public. · Comfort with large group instruction; projecting voice in large space. · Children’s CPR/AED/First Aid certification preferred but not required. PYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - Must be able to stand, run, jump, and move actively for long periods during training sessions. - Must be able to lift, carry, and move equipment weighing up to 30 pounds. - Frequent bending, stretching, squatting, and reaching are required. - Must have the physical stamina to demonstrate basketball drills and participate in training activities. - Requires clear vision and hearing to observe, instruct, and respond to participants effectively. - Must be able to speak loudly and clearly in a gym environment. Compensation details: 20-30 Hourly Wage PI9ce745ad5d61-25405-39350826

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