Coaching Manager - CT/NY

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.

• 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.
• 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