Education & Sport Psychology Position Working with ChildrenAt — CORE Athletic Training

Sport Psychology Coaching Position (Orange County)

CORE is looking for psychology and education-minded sports enthusiasts to serve as role-models and aid in our afterschool/sports programs, leagues, camps, and parties. Our small class and camp sizes offer the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to the various developmental stages, the inner workings of a child’s mind, and learn how to best communicate concepts in an age-appropriate manner. We believe that no matter how enriching one’s college education has been, there is no substitute for firsthand field experience! Working with children offers the perfect opportunity to improve communication skills and learn how to breakdown and convey advanced concepts in basic, simple language. You will gain valuable work experience in a great environment and guide your career path, while helping the youth of Orange County.

Description:
New coaches are required to assist in day-to-day lesson planning, coordinating logistics, sport tasks, and evaluations for specific lessons, clinics, and camps. As a young, fast growing company, there is always opportunity for quick advancement into our assistant-program leads, program directors, and Upper Management Team! Our coaches are go-getters, who always emit a positive and enthusiastic attitude towards every task. We look for outgoing personalities that embody the values that CORE seeks to represent.

Requirements/Skills:

- Possess a passion for helping people and having a positive impact on people’s lives

- Background in psychology, education, or fitness

- Experience working with children; ages 2 to 10, preferred

- Strong verbal and written communication skills

- Possess a curiosity for understanding how people work and think

- Understand what it means to be a role-model and have a positive influence on children

- Ability to maintain professional conduct at all times

- Project an active and healthy lifestyle

- Energetic, confident and outgoing personality

- Punctual

- Attend weekly status meetings

- Reliable form of transportation

- Ability to embody CORE Mission and Philosophy, build CORE Brand awareness and maintain CORE brand loyalty
- Must perform moderate physical activity including participation in demonstrations, games, and drills
- Regularly handle equipment and carry or lift up to 50 lbs
*Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities

Desired, but Not Required:
- Experience playing sports: basketball, soccer, baseball, football, or lacrosse preferred

- Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certification

Benefits:

- Field experience working with children at various developmental ages

- Flexible work schedule

- Awesome work environment composed of a fun, motivated, educated, and compassionate team of individuals

- Networking opportunities with Orange County families and organizations

- Opportunities for additional paid special projects and advancement into part-time or full-time paid administrative and management positions

If you think you may be a good fit for CORE then please click here to complete our online application. No phone calls please. Hiring Organization: CORE Athletic Training, Inc.

Understand CORE Brand: philosophy, values, and primary offerings
Embody CORE brand: be a CORE brand ambassador, lead by example
Understand basic program operations, introduction and program expectations
Set up and rules of CORE games
Closing– CORE Kid of the Day
Support Lead Coach in program operations
Help gain and maintain control of participants
Aid with transitions between activities
Handle participant fire drills
Step in for lead when necessary
Take direction and initiative to ensure CORE programs run smoothly
Coaching Abilities
Able to connect with all age groups
Adjust communication to fit development age, skill level & experience of participants
Participate in CKOTD decisions
Employee Responsibilities
Effectively communicate with the management team
Adhere to availability and scheduling protocols
Be reliable and dependable

Training:

in-person coach mentorship and training, check-in assignments, weekly communication with supervisor, meeting with the President of CORE

Learning Outcomes:

work with children of different ages and abilities, develop public speaking skills, and develop creative ways to motivate children to be active