Special Olympics North Carolina: Pickleball Coach, Assistant Coach, Unified Partners - Johnson County
About the Role
Special Olympics Johnson County is seeking passionate, dedicated, and knowledgeable volunteers to serve as pickleball coaches, assistant coaches, and unified partners for local Special Olympics athletes. As a coach, you will help athletes learn and improve their pickleball skills by bringing game knowledge, enthusiasm, commitment, and a positive attitude to practices, events, and competitions. This role enriches the lives of athletes by building physical and social skills and instilling self-confidence.
This is a volunteer position, but coaches are the heart of our program, enabling athletes to compete, build confidence, make friends, and achieve incredible goals.
Responsibilities
- Lead or assist with weekly 1-hour pickleball practices (approximately 8 weeks total)
- Coach athletes at the Special Olympics North Carolina Fall Tournament (one weekend in November)
- Work independently, with a co-coach, or bring an assistant—flexibility to fit your availability
- Foster a positive and supportive environment for athletes to learn, grow, and have fun
Requirements
- Knowledge of pickleball (no prior coaching experience required—training provided)
- Must be at least 18 years old to become a certified coach
- Ability to commit a few hours each month for practices and events
Benefits
- All equipment, uniforms, coaching shirts, and supplies provided
- Travel expenses covered for state-level competitions
- No out-of-pocket costs for coaches
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your local community
Schedule & Location
Practices will begin weekly at a local pickleball court (exact location and times to be determined based on coach and court availability).
Special Olympics North Carolina Fall Tournament: one weekend in November.