Lead daily after-school sports practices and scrimmages for middle school youth, focusing on athletic skill development. Facilitate social-emotional learning activities and coordinate with school staff to support student progress and teamwork.
Originally founded in 1991 as Harlem RBI, DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2,500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12, extended-day, extended-year DREAM Charter Schools and community sports-based youth development programs. Through our commitment to rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, deep family and community engagement, and health and wellness, we create lifelong learners who are equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom. We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schools—growing our organization’s impact and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more, visit wearedream.org.
Reporting to the Dean of Student Life, the Middle School Club Athletics Coach will support the development of athletic skills and provide opportunities for social emotional learning by leading club sports teams during DREAM’s after-school program, including planning and leading practices, coaching during scrimmages, and leading leadership and social emotional learning activities. \n
Lead a group of up to 18-20 youth in daily after-school sports practices and occasional scrimmages; Teach skill development and improvement in a supportive setting; Submit practice plans that include a focus on both skill development and social emotional learning; Facilitate or co-facilitate lessons to help youth build their social and emotional skills; Supervise youth during travel to scrimmages and/or practices; Communicate with school-day and programs staff about athletes’ progress, with a focus on their teamwork; Support Program leadership and other Club Coaches with coordinating scrimmages; Model and encourage positive participation in all activities, with a focus on team building; Model professionalism through consistent attendance, timeliness, and preparation; Supervise and manage youth during all activities using positive youth development strategies; Participate in professional development and tactical training in addition to formal feedback and coaching.
Strong facilitation skills of athletics or recreational programming with youth in grades 6-8; Experience teaching youth foundational physical activity and athletic skills; NSCA-CPT certification preferred; Working towards a Bachelors of Science in Recreation or Recreational Sports Management, preferred; Exhibits high energy, warmth, enthusiasm and patience in working with youth; Demonstrated interest in assisting students develop motor skills through athletics; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders in a fast-paced environment; Excellent time-management skills: a self-starter who demonstrates initiative and follow-through; Experience with behavior management systems, including positive youth development, preferred Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting; A strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM, including the belief that all students can succeed, and a deep desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families, and community.
DREAM offers the following benefits to our part-time employees: 403(b) retirement plan, with employer matching up to 4% after one year of employment (12-month continuous period) in which you work a minimum of 1,000 hours; Disability benefits; Referral bonuses; Access to our Employee Discount Program, offering savings on travel, entertainment, retail, and more; High-performing part-time staff have the opportunity to apply for the DREAM Teaching Fellowship, through which they can earn a Bachelors or Masters degree and become full-time teachers at DREAM. Through our partnership with SUNY Empire State University, eligible Youth Workers can earn academic credit for completing DREAM’s paid Summer Extended Learning and Enrichment Institute, supporting faster degree completion.
Compensation The rate for incoming Club Coaches is $30 per hour. The rate for incoming Club Coaches who are also DREAM full-time staff is a $3000 per season stipend. Coaches are eligible for annual compensation increases based on tenure, in accordance with DREAM’s compensation practices.
Candidates should have experience teaching athletic skills to youth in grades 6-8 and strong facilitation skills. A Bachelor's degree in Recreation or NSCA-CPT certification is preferred.
Market context
An immediate-start opening signals a near-term staffing need for youth athletics coaching in New York, particularly for candidates who can teach grades 6–8 skills and facilitate groups effectively. Competition may favor applicants with a Recreation bachelor’s degree or NSCA-CPT certification, plus experience working with middle-school students. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original description to save research time, then highlight relevant coaching examples in your application.
