Position Title: Coaching Manager - NY & CT

Reports to: President & Director of Coaching

LOCATION REQUIREMENT:

Candidate must live within our operating territory — ideally closer to Fairfield County, CT. We will not move forward with candidates who do not reside in New York or Connecticut.

POSITION SUMMARY:
We’re seeking a Coaching Manager to support the growth, development, and operations of our coaching team. This role combines recruitment, staffing, coach engagement, and hands-on coaching to ensure every class runs smoothly and maintains the highest standards. You’ll work closely with the Director of Coaching and President to drive program excellence and support franchise-wide initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Coach Recruitment & Engagement

• Recruit, vet, and onboard new coaches, including attending career fairs and outreach events.
• Maintain engagement with current coaches, supporting retention and professional growth.
• Manage coach profiles, availability, communication and scheduling through online systems.

Coaching, Staffing & Operations

• Lead classes as needed, modeling best practices and maintaining quality.
• Support head coaches in staffing classes for each season, including last-minute coverage.
• Assist with curriculum implementation and coach evaluations.
• Ensure new coaches meet training and quality standards.

Program Leadership & Development

• Maintain knowledge of all YAU programs and coach across age groups as needed.
• Provide mentorship, field observations, and constructive feedback to coaches.
• Support operational improvements and alignment across programs.
• Assist with demos, onboarding new locations, and expansion initiatives.

Requirements

2–3 years of experience in youth sports, coaching, or program coordination.

Strong leadership and communication skills — able to motivate and guide coaches and children alike.

Experience managing or training teams, ideally within youth development or sports settings.

Reliable transportation to travel between program sites.

Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities, especially under time-sensitive conditions.

Comfortable working hands-on in both administrative and on-field coaching roles.

Availability on weekdays and weekends, as needed for classes, events, or coverage.

CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Positive, energetic, and adaptable personality — committed to fostering a supportive and fun coaching culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Mileage reimbursement

Opportunities for growth within the Youth Athletes United network

Ongoing professional development and certification support

Flexible work environment balancing field and office responsibilities