Special Olympics NC: Pickleball Coach - Wayne County

About the role

Special Olympics of Wayne County is seeking passionate, dedicated, and knowledgeable volunteers to serve as pickleball coaches for local Special Olympics athletes.

Responsibilities

• Help local athletes learn and improve their pickleball skills
• Bring game knowledge, enthusiasm, commitment, and a positive attitude to each practice, event, and competition
• Meaningfully enrich the lives of athletes by building physical and social skills and instilling self-confidence
• Lead a weekly practice at a local pickleball court
• Ensure practices and events are conducted safely and according to Special Olympics guidelines

Requirements

• Knowledgable pickleball player
• At least 18 years old to be certified as a coach

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and ability to work well with all ages and abilities
• Commitment to the Special Olympics mission and values
• Ability to follow Special Olympics policies and procedures

Skills

• Pickleball coaching skills
• Leadership and team-building abilities
• Communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of intellectually disabled athletes
• Learn and grow as a pickleball player
• Build new friendships and connections within the Special Olympics community

Pay

N/A

Schedule

TBD - dependent upon Coach and course availability

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead and inspire athletes
• Personal growth and development through coaching
• Collaboration with other coaches and volunteers