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Youth Sports Instructor Volunteer

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ORGANIZATION: 5-Eleven Hoops



5-Eleven Hoops is looking for enthusiastic and compassionate volunteers to help neurodivergent children unlock their potential through sports!

Why: As a Youth Sports Instructor Volunteer, you'll play an essential role in creating a fun, safe, and inclusive space for children on the Autism Spectrum to build confidence, teamwork, and physical skills. Through sports like basketball and other activities, you'll be fostering growth, connection, and joy for participants and their families.

Who: 5-Eleven Hoops is unlocking the strengths and full potential of kids with Autism through sports in supportive and inclusive spaces.

What to Expect:

Assist with sports drills, games, and activities--primarily basketball--designed to promote confidence, teamwork, and physical development in neurodivergent children.

Create a fun and inclusive environment that encourages social interaction and personal growth.

Collaborate with other volunteers and staff to organize and facilitate engaging, age-appropriate sessions.

Provide positive reinforcement and adapt activities to meet individual needs when necessary.

Support setup and cleanup of equipment and materials before and after sessions.

What's Required:

No prior experience necessary--new volunteers can shadow trained instructors until comfortable.

A passion for working with children, especially those on the Autism Spectrum or with developmental differences.

Patience, strong communication skills, and a positive attitude.

Basic knowledge of basketball or other sports.

Willingness to undergo a background check upon application.

Previous experience in coaching or working with neurodivergent individuals is helpful but not required.

Minimum age requirement: 16.

Time commitment: Consistent participation is encouraged to build meaningful relationships with participants, but there are no strict minimum requirements.

Basketball sessions: Tuesdays from 5:00-7:00 PM (Long Beach) and Saturdays from 9:30 AM-12:30 PM (Long Beach).

Bowling sessions: Thursdays from 5:00-7:00 PM (Lakewood).

One-day events: Typically Saturdays, with dates shared as details are finalized.

Flexibility is available based on volunteer availability.

Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below.

This opportunity is managed by an L.A. Works partner, 5-Eleven Hoops.

All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: /www.laworks.com/health-and-safety

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28 Shifts

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  • Tue Feb 18, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Thu Feb 20, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Sat Feb 22, 2025 - 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Tue Feb 25, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Thu Feb 27, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Tue Mar 04, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Thu Mar 06, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Sat Mar 08, 2025 - 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Tue Mar 11, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Thu Mar 13, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Sat Mar 15, 2025 - 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Tue Mar 18, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Thu Mar 20, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Sat Mar 22, 2025 - 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Tue Mar 25, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Thu Mar 27, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Sat Mar 29, 2025 - 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 3
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Sat Feb 15, 2025 - 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - FULL
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Thu Feb 13, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - FULL
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Tue Feb 11, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - FULL
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Sat Feb 08, 2025 - 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - FULL
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Thu Feb 06, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - FULL
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Tue Feb 04, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - FULL
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Thu Jan 30, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - FULL
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Tue Jan 28, 2025 - 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM PST - FULL
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Sat Jan 25, 2025 - 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM PST - FULL
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Fri Jan 24, 2025 - 01:00 AM to 03:00 AM PST - FULL
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
  • Wed Jan 22, 2025 - 01:00 AM to 03:00 AM PST - FULL
    Long Beach CA 90807 US
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About 5-Eleven Hoops

Location:

3701 Long Beach Blvd #3018, Long Beach, CA 90807, US

Mission Statement

5-Eleven Hoops is unlocking the strengths and full potential of kids with Autism through sports in supportive and inclusive spaces.

Description

Your volunteer help can help us reach new heights and impact many youth. We are welcoming volunteer coaches, grant writers, program module developers, administrative assistance, social media managers, content creators, photographers, videographers, program coordinator, and bookkeeping.

CAUSE AREAS

Health & Medicine
People with Disabilities
Health & Medicine, People with Disabilities

WHEN

Tue Jan 21, 2025 - Sat Mar 29, 2025
05:00 PM - 12:30 PM
This opportunity has 28 shifts

WHERE

Long Beach, CA 90807

(33.83325,-118.17663)
 

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