YMCA OF DANE COUNTY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

SPORTS DEPARTMENT

 

SPORTS COACH

Special Certifications or Requirements: Knowledge of basic rules, fundamentals and strategies of the sport coaching required. Knowledge of general growth and development and developmentally appropriate activities for children preferred. Ability to work independently, seeking supervisory guidance as needed, using guidance provided constructively. Must be able to engage and motivate youth, ages 5-14. Requires the ability to effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner with parents, children, members, supervisors and co-workers; maintain confidentiality and exchanging accurate information in all communications. Ability and willingness to work with children with diverse abilities and needs. Basic first aid training preferred. Must complete child abuse prevention training within 30 days. Must be enthusiastic and passionate about working with children. Must have patience with all children and their families.

Volunteer Duties include, but are not limited to: Teaches the fundamentals, rules and strategies of a sport. Creates team practice agendas; organizes and runs effective team practices. Obtains and organizes equipment needed for practice. Arrives 10 minutes prior to class start time prepared with a positive attitude and appropriate attire; sets-up and greets participants. Works assigned shifts, arranging coverage if unable to volunteer.   Returns all equipment to its appropriate place; keeping storage areas clean and organized for easy access. Communicates clearly and professionally with children, supervisor, co-workers, and families as needed. Follows program rules, YMCA policies and the YMCA Code of Conduct. Acts as a positive role model for players and parents while implementing YMCA healthy living policies, character development and following the four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

Days & Hours: 

  • Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, T-Ball and Track – evenings and weekends 

Contact for more details:

East YMCA - Chris McGill - (608) 906-8636

or 
Northeast YMCA – Mike Denu - (608) 478-4313

or 

West YMCA - Karly Frey - (608) 906-8818

or 

 

 

Send completed volunteer application to:

East YMCA, 711 Cottage Grove Rd, Madison, WI  53716 

or [email protected]

Northeast YMCA, 1470 Don Simon Dr, Sun Prairie, WI 53590

or [email protected]

West YMCA, 5515 Medical Circle, Madison, WI 53719

or 

 

  

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