About Togetherhood
Togetherhood is a marketplace for independent enrichment providers. We are a trusted source of consistently-outstanding enrichment experiences, across any topic, whether it be arts & crafts, skateboarding, breakdancing, performing arts with Broadway performers, STEM through the lens of Harry Potter or soccer with a former college athlete. We are a safe, secure community where children can experience the world around them, learn and, most importantly, have fun with their friends in programs led by other members of the community. Our mission is to enable consistently outstanding enrichment so that every one (regardless of their circumstances) has the opportunity to become who they aspire to be. We are focused on finding passionate, talented enrichment providers and giving them the autonomy and support they need to create engaging and magical experiences for children.
What You'll Do
You will be matched with opportunities to coach basketball at elementary school students at schools, buildings and communities across New York City. These teaching opportunities will be for terms that could last anywhere from 6 weeks to 18 weeks. In this role, you'll have the following responsibilities:
- Consistently arrive on location on time to get set up to teach your class
- Create lessons and practices that blend skill-building and gameplay
- Pick up the children from their teachers and be responsible for them throughout the class
- Manage the group of students, ensuring that they all behave in a safe and respectful manner
- Handle pick up of the students by their parents. Ensure that children are only released to people approved to pick the child up.
- Help children develop a deep love for the beautiful game
Who You Are
- Fun, enthusiastic, experienced basketball coach, with deep experience teaching school age children.
- Able to create positive class community and build relationships with students
- Experience leading your own classes
- Has excitement, joy and passion for teaching kids and personal development/learning
- Cooperative, supportive, flexible
- Has a strong work ethic and do whatever it takes mind set
- Clean background check and at least three references