SquashBusters Seeks Squash Professional

About SquashBusters:

SquashBusters is a 30-year-old sports-based youth development program that uses a combination of squash, fitness, academic support and enrichment, community service, and mentoring to improve the lives of youth in Boston, Lawrence, and Providence.

SquashBusters' mission is to challenge and nurture youth in these cities - as students, athletes, and citizens - so that they can recognize and fulfill their greatest potential in life. SquashBusters currently serves 500 middle school, high school, and post

secondary students. Middle and High School Students practice at least three days a week throughout the school year and participate in weekend practices, tournaments, and summer opportunities. After high school graduation, students join the Post

Secondary Services Program, and a dedicated staff team supports them in their chosen post-secondary path, and provides career development, internship placement, and employment opportunities. In Boston, programming takes place at the Badger-Rosen

SquashBusters Center located on Northeastern University's main campus. In Providence, we work and play out of the Gorgi SquashBusters Center on the campus of Moses Brown School. In Lawrence, we have designed a facility, in partnership with the City of Lawrence and others, that broke new ground for the urban squash movement by placing SquashBusters directly inside a beautiful, new, 80-unit affordable housing complex on the banks of the Merrimack River in downtown Lawrence. Our core values

are Love, Honesty, Attention to Detail, Teamwork and High Standards. Do these match yours?

The Role:

The Squash Professional plays a vital role in delivering SquashBusters' youth sport development program, with squash at its core. At the heart of this role is the belief that squash is a powerful tool for shaping young people into strong, disciplined, and confident individuals. This team member is responsible for planning and leading squash and fitness

practices that develop physical skill, mental toughness, and character, while reinforcing SQB's values amongst student athletes. The Squash Professional also organizes student-athletes' participation in squash tournaments, team matches, and summer camps.

As a member of the program team, the Squash Professional will collaborate closely with the Executive Director of Programming and all staff to ensure an integrated approach to academic, athletic, and character development. Through these programs, the team will challenge, support, and hold student-athletes accountable so they can recognize and fulfill

their full potential.

Additionally, this role is responsible for the growth and development of Lawrence Community Squash. The Squash Professional will develop the club's programming, membership base, and community presence. They will also oversee all club operations, partnerships, events, and growth to build a thriving and engaging squash community in the New Balance Foundation SquashBusters Center.

Location: Lawrence, Massachusetts

Reports To: Executive Director of Programming, Lawrence

Responsibilities:

Lawrence Community Squash (LCS):

• Drive and manage all club activities, including memberships, clinics, corporate off-sites, and private lessons using Club Locker and other relevant technology
• Lead community-based clinics and sessions to engage residents of the Greater Lawrence area
• Create a positive and welcoming environment for all club members
• Manage LCS part-time support staff as needed to ensure smooth Club operations
• Track all LCS-related spending and manage budget
• Run LCS-branded adult and youth US Squash tournaments
• Report out data related to building usage and club memberships
• Support LCS social media by posting highlights and updates from LCS events

Program Delivery: Day-to-Day

• Plan and lead squash practices, matches, and related fitness programming for middle and high school teams.
• Design and document squash and wellness activities aligned with the SQB curriculum.
• Foster a positive, disciplined environment that promotes student-athlete growth and SQB values.
• Provide individualized feedback to support athletic and personal development.
• Collaborate with coaches, volunteers, and staff to coordinate practices and student support.
• Support with transportation to practices, matches, and events as needed.
• Ensure safety standards and protocols are followed on and off the court.

Outreach/Engagement

• Keep parents informed of student growth as athletes and individuals and engage them in the SQB community.
• Assist in student-athlete recruitment and tryout organization.
• Help recruit and train support coaches and volunteers.
• Liaise with squash programs and enrichment partners to support student-athlete access to squash opportunities, in collaboration with the program team.

Special Event Management

• Schedule, organize, and chaperone internal matches, cross-site competitions, travel tournaments, and SEA events.
• Support mentorship programs and advanced squash training initiatives as needed.
• Help connect athletes with seasonal squash camps and elite training sessions.
• Support the planning and execution of the SQB summer programming.
• Support overnight trips when applicable (UTN and UIN).
• Coordinate workshops, demo matches, and special fitness sessions.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Support athletic equipment, storage maintenance, gear, first aid, and locker room supplies, ensuring appropriate inventory, organization, and cleanliness at all times.
• Maintain and update calendars and shared program schedules.

Relationships: At the heart of SQB mission is the power of transformative relationships (adapted from the Search Institute). Thus, the Squash Coach should:

• Express care: Believe in, encourage, and support athletes with warmth and dependability.
• Challenge growth: Maintain high expectations and hold athletes accountable.
• Provide support: Empower and advocate for athletes through guidance.
• Share power: Collaborate with athletes, respecting their voices and contributions.
• Expand possibilities: Connect athletes to new opportunities and inspire them to dream big.

Essential Functions:

• In-depth knowledge of squash techniques, rules, and experience playing and coaching.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from a variety of backgrounds.
• A passion for educational opportunity, and a belief in the potential for athletic participation to both drive academic excellence and expand opportunities for success in school and beyond.
• Passion for working with young people and experience developing trusting relationships with youth and families.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork, organization, communication, and group facilitation skills.
• A willingness and ability to engage in physical activity with students.
• Ability to regularly work until 6:30 PM on weekdays and to work regular weekend hours (flex time offered).
• Valid driver's license with a clean record and a willingness to drive students to and from SQB in a company van.
• Spanish language proficiency, squash coach certification, and/or prior participation in diversity training, a plus.
• Existing eligibility to work in the US preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Annual salary of $60,000 per year plus commission, commensurate with experience.
• Retirement plan with employer matching up to 5%.
• 26.5 paid company holidays and days off plus an additional 16 vacation days (with some restrictions).
• Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance available.
• Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Free Employee Assistance Program, cell phone subsidy, and public transportation and parking subsidies available.

To Apply:

Please send a resume and brief letter of interest addressed to the Executive Director of Programming, Vicky Flamenco at the following email address: recruiting@squashbusters.org.

SquashBusters is an equal opportunity employer and strives to reflect the diverse community it serves. SquashBusters is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion and looks to all its staff members to foster and promote its values.