First Tee – Jersey Shore is Recruiting Part-Time Coaches

JERSEY SHORE – Jersey Shore coach is more important now than ever before. Kids and teens are facing challenges unseen by previous generations. First Tee – Jersey Shore is looking for enthusiastic and caring individuals to serve as positive mentors and role models to kids and teens in the program. These individuals should have a desire to help kids discover what’s inside of them, guide them to strengthen it and mentor them to put it into action in everything they do.

Individuals of all golf skill levels are encouraged to volunteer as coaches at First Tee – Jersey Shore. Coaches are trained to deliver First Tee golf and life skills curriculum. This training system is built on research-proven methods of positive youth development, providing coaches with the tools to make kids feel safe, included and empowered.

Time commitment options vary by location and time of year for small group sessions and team play on the various golf course locations. To serve as a coach for First Tee – Jersey Shore, individuals must complete SafeSport training and pass a background check.

For over 15 years, First Tee — Jersey Shore has been committed to helping kids build character strengths and important life skills through the game of golf and providing all kids with access to opportunities for personal growth in a fun and safe environment. Through introspective questions, interactive games, and immersive golf exercises, each lesson is designed to help kids build a better understanding of themselves and empower them to strengthen their values and character that they take to everything they do.

Not only do participants and alumni credit their coaches with empowering them to dis-

Scout Award Nominations

Deadline Soon

FARMINGDALE – Nominations are now open for the 2023 Regional Adult Awards and Recognitions for the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore.

Deadline to nominate for the Regional Awards is March 1.

Volunteers are the backbone of the Girl Scout organization. As mentors to girls, they inspire, motivate, and are instrumental in delivering the Girl Scout program. This year, more than ever, Girl Scout volunteers shared their time, creativity, and boundless energy to keep girls engaged and connected.

2023 Regional Awards Nomination Form: jerseyshoregirlscouts.wufoo.com/forms/ r1kz17af0mnmsk9. Learn more at gsFun.org/volunteerawards.

cover their character strengths and develop life lessons, but coaches reap the benefits as well, experiencing their own personal growth and transformation. Individuals who have a passion for impact and want to become a coach can contact