Payroll

Independent Contractor (W-9) Status & Guidance

All Jump Start Sports coaches and staff are currently classified as independent contractors (W-9).

What this means

• You are not an employee at this time
• Taxes are not withheld from your payments
• You are responsible for reporting your income and managing your own taxes
• You will receive a 1099-NEC at year-end for total payments received

Payment structure

• Compensation is paid per session, program, or role as agreed
• You may accept or decline assignments based on availability
• Payment is based on completed work, not hourly employment

Tax responsibility

As a contractor, you are responsible for:

• Filing your own federal, state, and local taxes
• Paying self-employment taxes, if applicable
  Many contractors choose to set aside a portion of earnings for taxes. We recommend consulting a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

Potential future employee status

As our organization grows, some roles may qualify for employee (W-2) status in the future based on factors such as:

• Consistent schedules and hours
• Expanded responsibilities or leadership roles
• Ongoing operational needs of the organization

There is no automatic conversion from contractor to employee. Any change in classification would be communicated clearly and documented in advance.

Questions or support

If you have questions about:

• Completing a W-9
• Payments or 1099s
• Contractor vs employee classification

Please contact management for clarification at any time.