Deputy Program Director

About PPA

The Player Progression Academy is a multi-sport youth academy serving the NW DC/Bethesda corridor. Our Plus division spans Tots (ages 2–5) and Afterschool soccer and basketball programs - bringing structured, coach-led youth sports to kids at their earliest introduction to the game. With an expansive community of over 3000 players, a dedicated team of over 100 coaches, and an office staff of 20 individuals, PPA is committed to fostering player development both inside and outside of the lines.

The Role

We're looking for a hands-on, self-directed Deputy Director to help run and grow our Plus programs. This is a hybrid role: you'll spend meaningful time on the field coaching, and the rest driving program operations, logistics, and development from behind the scenes. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine passion for youth sports and coaching, who is also eager to build a career in business development, strategy, and program management.

Key Responsibilities

On the Field

• Coach Afterschool soccer and/or basketball clinics (minimum 5 hrs/week, Mon–Fri)
• Coach Tots (ages 2–5) soccer and/or basketball (minimum 8 hrs/week, weekends)

Off the Field

• Help design, build, and refine programming for Afterschool and Tots
• Support program operations end-to-end — scheduling, logistics, participant experience
• Contribute to business development: identifying growth opportunities, supporting strategic planning
• Create marketing materials using Canva or similar tools

What We're Looking For:

• Passion for youth sports, coaching, and sports program development
• Prior coaching experience required (either soccer or basketball, preferably both)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for analysis, reporting, budgeting and planning
• Familiarity with AI tools for productivity, research, and content creation
• Experience with Canva or other design platforms for marketing materials
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Interest in business development, strategy, and program management
• Must be able to independently identify needs, prioritize opportunities, and follow through with high degree of autonomy

Growth & Development Opportunities

This is a unique opportunity to blend hands-on coaching with strategic business experience. This role is designed for candidates who are motivated to grow into leadership positions within sports programming, business strategy, and operations.

Work Schedule & Location:

• Full time 40hrs/week
• Split between on field coaching (:15hr/week) & administrative work (:25hr/week)
• Must be open to coaching on weekends
• Hybrid role
• Remote first administrative work w/ in person requirement for coaching and occasional meetings in office
• Office located in Bethesda, MD

Compensation:

Salary Range: $40,000 - $50,000 based on experience. Bonus opportunity.

• Opportunity to earn additional income by picking up coaching within PPA's Development Programs, Premier Programs, or summer camps

Benefits:

• 4% 401(k) match
• Healthcare reimbursement stipend
• Flexible working hours
• Remote work w/ in person option
• Professional development reimbursement program

The Player Progression Academy is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background.

Flexible work from home options available.