Youth Basketball Coach

Our Thunder Youth Basketball Camps focus on developing basketball skills while instilling values like teamwork, sportsmanship, and respect. As a coach, you’ll be a role model on and off the court, inspiring young players to reach their full potential and embody these values in everything they do.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event logistics for youth basketball programs, including summer camps, clinics, etc.
• Work on-site at various camp and event locations, adapting to the needs of each setting
• Lead and oversee basketball drills and skill development activities
• Build meaningful connections with staff and campers, ensuring every participant feels valued and supported
• Serve as a role model by demonstrating respectful communication, appropriate appearance, and a strong work ethic
• Collaborate as part of a team to foster a safe, fun, and supportive camp environment rooted in the program’s core values
• Uphold ethical and professional behavior in interactions with campers, families, team members, Thunder staff, and facility partners
• Address camper-related concerns, communicating consistently with camp leaders to ensure positive resolutions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Prior or current playing experience in high school, college, or professional basketball
• Previous coaching experience is required
• Mentorship experience is a plus
• CPR/AED certification is preferred
• Organized, professional, and attentive to detail
• Possess good judgment and confidence when engaging with people from a diverse group of backgrounds
• Comfortable leading and working in a team environment with young participants ages 6-14
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required for local and regional travel
• Physical demands include the ability to lift items up to 50 pounds, bending, stooping, and engaging in ball work, including shooting, passing, and dribbling

Schedule

• Part-time hourly position
• Work schedule includes day camps during evenings and weekends
• Minimum commitment of eight camps upon onboarding