Special Olympics Volunteer Coach
Special Olympics Goodyear AZ
Volunteer
On-site
Goodyear, Arizona, United States
Coaching
- Job Description Summary
BRIEF COACH DESCRIPTION:
Join the Goodyear Roadrunners Special Olympics program! Volunteers are the backbone of the Special Olympics program and we need your help to make our program a success. Whether you have an athlete on the team or not, you are welcome to apply to become a volunteer with our Special Olympics program.
Special Olympics sports are offered year-round and while previous coaching experience or sport specific knowledge is beneficial, you don’t need to be an expert in a sport to contribute to the team! Special Olympics is about transforming lives, including your own. It’s about the spirit of giving and teamwork. It’s about making your community and neighborhood a more welcoming and accepting place for people of all abilities. If that sounds like something that interests you, then Special Olympics is the place for you!
SPORTS OFFERED:
Fall
Swim, Golf, Soccer, Softball
Spring
Cheer, Basketball, Flag Football, Volleyball, Powerlifting
COACHING EXPECTATIONS:
Coaches are expected to attend an in-person coaches meeting prior to the start of the season
Coaching requires a very basic understanding of the sport you coach and an ability to adapt to the Special Olympics modified rules
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with Special Olympics athletes, parents and staff
Attend all practices and games- Essential Functions
Develop and implement meaningful and instructive practice plans
Emphasize teamwork, equal participation and good sportsmanship
Promote a welcoming, fun social environment- Requirements
COACHING REQUIREMENTS:
Applicant must be 18 years of age
Submission of online background check
After application, completion of mandatory trainings through Special Olympics ArizonaGeneral Orientation
Protective Behaviors
Concussion Awareness
Special Olympics Arizona Background Check