Young Athletes Program General Volunteer

Volunteers age 14 and up assist coaches at weekly Young Athletes play sessions for children ages 2 to 7 across New Jersey.

Can I do this

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Minimum age is 14
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You can come without a guardian
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Guardian waiver
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No background check needed
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Orientation / Training Required
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Car
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Schedule

Ongoing

Format

In person

Service hours are not confirmed

Not stated. Ask them before you start.

About this role

What you would do

Assist trained Young Athletes Coaches with the program
Help at weekly guided play sessions for children ages 2 through 7
Sessions build foundational skills: strength, flexibility and body awareness
Sessions cover walking and running, balance and jumping, trapping and catching, throwing, striking and kicking

Young Athletes is the Special Olympics New Jersey play program for young children with and without intellectual disabilities. Children learn social skills such as taking turns and playing with teammates, and families get to play together. Sessions run weekly at community sites around the state.

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