After-School Intramural Coach

Commonpoint Queens • Queens Village, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Commonpoint is hiring a part-time After-School Intramural Coach to provide structured, engaging recreational programming for students in grades 9-12 at Martin Van Buren High School. The Coach will plan and facilitate inclusive intramural sports and fitness activities that promote teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership, healthy habits, and positive peer relationships. This position is designed for a DOE staff member who understands the school community and can create a safe, welcoming after-school environment for students with a range of interests and athletic abilities. The Coach will collaborate with school and Commonpoint staff, maintain required program documentation, and support student participation and retention. This role reports to the designated Commonpoint Program Director or Site Director. Across the agency, our part-time staff play a crucial role in driving our initiatives forward by supporting daily operations, program delivery, and organizational goals.

Requirements

• Current DOE staff member in good standing at the assigned school.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience coaching, teaching, mentoring, or facilitating recreational activities for high school students.
• Knowledge of one or more team or individual sports, fitness activities, and age-appropriate coaching practices.
• Ability to supervise groups, establish clear expectations, manage behavior positively, and engage students with varied skill levels.
• Strong communication, organization, reliability, and collaborative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to complete all required screenings, clearances, trainings, and documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Prior experience coaching intramural, interscholastic, community-based, or youth-development programming.
• Familiarity with DOE safety procedures, the school community, and inclusive/adaptive recreation practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assigned duties accurately and efficiently while following established processes and completing required attendance, incident, and program documentation.
• Use agency and school resources responsibly, safeguard equipment and materials, and support cost-effective program operations.
• Work effectively with supervisors, school personnel, coworkers, and partners to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful environment.
• Follow all Commonpoint and DOE safety protocols, policies, and procedures, and promptly report concerns, injuries, or incidents.
• Plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate intramural sports, fitness activities, skill building drills, games, and friendly competitions for students in grades 9-12.
• Provide active supervision and maintain a physically and emotionally safe, inclusive environment for students of varied skill levels and abilities.
• Teach and reinforce game rules, proper techniques, teamwork, sportsmanship, conflict resolution, leadership, and healthy competition.
• Prepare activity plans; set up, inspect, distribute, and safely store equipment; and ensure spaces are left clean and organized.
• Take accurate daily attendance, monitor student participation, support outreach and retention, and submit requested program records on time.
• Respond appropriately to injuries, behavioral concerns, and emergencies in accordance with established school and agency procedures.
• Collaborate with Commonpoint and school staff regarding scheduling, space use, student needs, special events, and program improvements.
• Serve as a positive role model and build supportive relationships that encourage student voice, belonging, and consistent participation.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area.
• Offers are set according to established compensation bands and are not subject to negotiation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED