Step Coach - Part Time

Uncommon Schools•Rochester, NY

7d•$3,000 - $6,000

About The Position

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference! We are seeking an experienced step coach to guide a team at Rochester Prep High School for the 25-26 school year. On our students' paths to and through college, nationally recognized competitive programs provide an edge for college admissions, but also for college persistence. The coach will be responsible for all aspects of competition, including identifying tournaments, registration, tryouts, motivating and preparing students, and keeping school leaders informed of progress. The coaching role is part- time and will report to the Student Talent Manager.

Responsibilities

Preparation & Practice Time: Up to 6 hours a week
Up to 2 hours per week preparing for Projects, competitions, and after school practices.
Long-term coaching during “Projects”: Meet with students Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 hour each day, from August to June.
On average at least 6 hours of practice outside of school hours weekly, working directly with students to prepare for competition
Internal employees who also serve as coaches are responsible for the preparation and communication about any absences caused by team tournaments during their standard work hours
Competitions: at least 4-6 weekend tournaments or performances over a 6-month period
Research and identify appropriate competitions and tournaments.
Sign up for competitions, in partnership with the school-based Student Talent Manager.
Coach and travel with students to at least all competitions
Ideally, at least one competition should be recognized on a national level. These competitions should have regional/district qualifiers that can lead to competing on the national scale.
Chaperone students to at least 2 regional/local competitions that take place ahead of the national competition and can serve as preparation.
Family Communication
Because of the significant time required for after-school practices, school-based Student Talent Managers and coaches identify team members and confirm commitment via signed parent permission form indicating after-school commitment
In partnership with the school-based Student Talent Manager, establish a family communication protocol to update families about competition, after school practices, and any other time outside of school that students will be doing club-related activities.