Track & Field Coach

Harlem Children's Zone • New York, NY

22h • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Track and Field Coach to join the Promise Academy After-School program. The Track and Field Coach will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life. The Promise Academy Afterschool program is an extension of Promise Academy day school, providing 500+ students in grades K-12 a safe, nurturing, and educational environment. Students are exposed to a variety of project-based learning, developmental, and enrichment activities, including arts, tutoring, homework help, academic intervention, health/wellness, and physical fitness education. Additionally, students engage in leadership development and participate in team sports and recreation. This is a part-time position where the ideal candidate will develop a high-quality track and field/cross-country program and provide effective leadership.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED
• Keen knowledge of USATF and AAU regulations, policies, and procedures
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission and programs of HCZ
• Highly effective at fostering a culture of great sportsmanship, respect for others, and self-discipline
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with scholars, parents, staff
• Robust attention to detail, and must have familiarity with logistics of track meets and events
• Knowledge and/or sensitivity to issues prevalent in underserved communities of color

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Former track athlete/coach is ideal

Responsibilities

• Create and expand the track and field/cross-country program
• Develop and administer effective practices to ultimately keep scholar-athletes engaged
• Organize off-season training, practices, and meets
• Monitor and report on student progress and performance both in the classroom and playing field
• Partner with administration and teachers to ensure scholar-athletes are in full compliance with the Athletic Department Code of Conduct
• Monitor, record, and file essential documents pertaining to scholars on the team (waiver form, permission form, health form, etc.)
• Develop positive relationships with scholars that promote wellness, social-emotional growth, respect, and increased self-esteem
• Bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone, an understanding and respect for the culture of all residents of Harlem
• 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: High school or GED