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Keep Playing Kids Atlanta - Lead Coach

Atlanta, Georgia

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About the role

We proudly provide fun and safe recreational activities that help keep kids active, introduce them to new sports and share the joy of PLAY.
JAM is one of North America's largest providers of adult recreational sports leagues.
We currently operate JAM Sports leagues in 24 cities across Canada and the US.

Communicating with partner organizations, parents and children in an organized and professional manner.
Establishing a relationship with vendors, facilities, and the community to support our growing initiative
All of our KPK Lead Coaches earn $ 15.00 US D per hour.
Lead Coaches can particip ate in all our tournaments at no charge.
As a Lead Coach, you will play a crucial role in fostering physical activity and teamwork among children.
Keep Playing Kids ("KPK ") is JAM's North American not-for-profit designed to provide FREE sports programs to children in our communities.
Deliver What You Promise

Knowledge of basic coaching principles, techniques, and safety guidelines for various sports (e.g., soccer, basketball, Volleyball ).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact positively with children, parents, and other volunteers.
Ability to pass a background check and meet any other requirements mandatory to work with children.
Must have access to your own vehicle, the expectation will be that we will require you to use your own vehicle to transport supplies and equipment
You will be required to come into the JAM Head Office ( 260 Howard St NE, Unit #1, Atlanta) to collect equipment for the program and drop it back as well before and after your shift.
Passion for working with children and promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyles.
Experience playing and/or coaching sports, preferably with children in a recreational or educational setting.
Patient, enthusiastic, and adaptable to different skill levels and learning styles.
Reliable, responsible, and able to commit to the program schedule and expectations.
Valid C driver's license is mandatory.
We will have a pilot program starting in late August 2026.

Chase the Vision
All candidates will be given equal consideration regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity/expression/orientation, age or disability.

Our devotion to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable environment is reflected in our work culture as well as the services we offer.

We at Keep Playing Kids are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and are pleased to be an equal opportunity employer.
equal opportunity employer.

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