Basketball Coach

Harlem Children's Zone • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Harlem Children’s Zone, Inc. (HCZ) is a multi-site, multi-program community organization that provides a unique and comprehensive interlocking network of education, social and health services, and recreation to more than 26,000 children and adults in Central Harlem. The Promise Academy Afterschool program is an extension of Promise Academy day school. The program provides 500+ students in grades K-12 a safe, nurturing, and educational environment that fosters self-confidence and personal and social development. Students are exposed to various fun-filled project-based learning, developmental, and high-caliber enrichment activities, including arts enrichment (e.g., performing, culinary and visual arts), tutoring, homework help, and academic intervention support as health/wellness and physical fitness education. Additionally, students are engaged in leadership development activities, including student government, character education, and conflict resolution, and participate in several team sports and recreation activities, including football, basketball, volleyball, and soccer. We are seeking a part-time Basketball Coach to work with our after-school scholars. The ideal candidate will develop all aspects of a high-quality basketball athletics program and provide scholars with effective leadership.

Requirements

• A commitment to the mission and programs of HCZ
• Experience working with youth and adolescent population
• A degree and at least two years of coaching experience
• Must have strong knowledge and a keen understanding of basketball
• Ensure the various athletics curriculums are structured and have clear learning goals
• Solid understanding of youth sports and safety guidelines
• Must be able to travel to away games or events
• Must have strong leadership and organizational skills, excellent writing and communication skills
• Positive, enthusiastic, collaborative, flexible, and approachable attitude
• Ability to effectively engage and motivate students

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and execute the basketball athletics curriculum
• Create a program that will include daily conditioning, fundamental drills, and a strategic playbook
• Communicate and work effectively with students, colleagues, and parents
• Monitor and report on student progress and performance both in the classroom and the court
• Collaborate and consult with staff on student performance in various athletic activities and schoolwork
• Maintain ongoing communication with Athletics Program Director
• Develop positive relationships with students that promotes wellness, growth, respect, and self-esteem
• Act as a positive role model for students
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Career advancement
• Paid sick leave
• Employee referral bonus
• Physical wellness discounts
• Commuter benefits
• Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree