Job description
Momentum Athletics Academy is expanding its coaching team in Austin, TX. We are seeking a motivated Lead Sports Coach to design and deliver engaging, high-performance coaching across our youth and amateur programs. You will lead sessions, mentor assistant coaches, and partner with families to drive athlete development, safety, and love of sport.
Ideal candidates embody a growth mindset, proven results coaching youth, and a passion for building inclusive, high-energy training environments. We offer competitive compensation, professional development, and a supportive culture centered on athlete welfare and long-term growth.
Responsibility
- Lead planning and execution of weekly coaching sessions across multiple age groups, ensuring progressive skill development.
- Design sport-specific curricula and practice plans aligned with program goals and safety standards.
- Monitor athlete progress, provide constructive feedback, and maintain accurate performance records.
- Mentor and supervise junior coaches and program assistants to cultivate leadership and consistency.
- Collaborate with families, schools, and partners to communicate progress and opportunities.
- Plan and run clinics, camps, and trial sessions to recruit athletes and showcase programming.
- Manage equipment, facilities, and safety protocols to maintain a clean, safe training environment.
- Stay current with coaching best practices, certifications, and industry trends to enhance program quality.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science, Kinesiology, or equivalent; or recognized coaching certifications (e.g., US Soccer, US Basketball, NSCAA) with a minimum of 3-5 years coaching youth.
- Proven ability to design age-appropriate curricula and track development milestones.
- Strong communication, leadership, and motivational skills with a track record of building positive athlete cultures.
- First Aid/CPR certification and knowledge of safety protocols; commitment to Safe Sport and child protection standards.
- Willingness to travel for camps and events; ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
- Proficiency in data tracking tools and reporting to measure program impact; comfortable with parent communication.