Special Olympics NC: Fall Sports Coaches - New Hanover County

About the Role

Special Olympics North Carolina of New Hanover County is looking for enthusiastic Volunteer Coaches to help athletes develop skills, build confidence, and experience the joy of competition. No matter your sports passion, your leadership can have a lasting impact.

Responsibilities

• Teach sport-specific skills and fundamentals
• Encourage teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship
• Lead or assist with practices
• Prepare athletes for competitions
• Create a fun, positive, and inclusive environment

Requirements

• Enjoy working with others
• Have a passion for sports and community service
• Want to make a meaningful difference
• Can commit to practices and competitions during the season

Schedule

• Roller Skating
  Location: Scooters Skating Rink (341 Shipyard Blvd)
  Dates: Mondays, September 14th - November 2nd
  Times: 12:30p - 1:30p
• Soccer
  Location: Williston Middle School (401 S 8th St)
  Dates: Mondays, August 24th - November 9th
  Times: 6:00p - 7:15p
• Softball
  Location: Godwin Stadium (215 Shipyard Blvd)
  Dates: Wednesdays, August 26th - November 4th
  Times: 6:00p - 7:30p
• Golf Skills
  Location: Municipal Golf Course (311 Donald Ross Drive)
  Dates: Wednesdays, September 2nd - November 4th
  Times: 5:45pm - 6:45pm
• Tennis
  Location: Empire Park (3405 Park Ave)
  Dates: Thursdays, September 3rd - November 5th
  Times: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
• Bocce
  Location: Inland Greens Golf Course (5945 Inland Greens Drive)
  Dates: Tuesdays, August 25th - November 10th
  Times: 5:15pm - 6:30pm
• Cycling
  Location: Legion Stadium (2149 Carolina Beach Road)
  Dates: Tuesdays, August 25th - November 3rd
  Times: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
• Surfing
  Location: Wrightsville Beach Access 4
  Dates: Saturdays, September 12th - October 24th
  Times: 8:00a - 9:30am
• Flag Football
  Location: UNCW Recreation Fields (5070 Price Drive)
  Dates: Tuesdays, September 15th - November 3rd
  Times: 6:15pm - 7:30pm
• Athlete Development Group - Ages 6 - 12
  Location: MLK Center (401 S 8th St)
  Note: Sports learning in a sensory-friendly environment.
  Dates: Sundays, September 16th - October 25th
  Times: 9am - 10am

Qualifications

No coaching experience is required. Special Olympics North Carolina provides training, resources, and coach certification.

Benefits

As a coach, you'll help athletes achieve their goals while building friendships, strengthening your leadership skills, and becoming part of an inspiring community that believes in inclusion through sport.