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[Winter 2026-2027] Club Athletics Coach - Soccer - Mott Haven Middle

Wearedream20 Bruckner Blvd🇺🇸United States

Why this role stands out

Join a mission-driven team at DREAM and make a lasting impact on young athletes by fostering both their soccer skills and social-emotional growth. This role is perfect for a passionate leader who thrives in a collaborative school environment and wants to help students reach their full potential, so apply today to start building a brighter future with these inspiring youth.

Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior
Employment typePart Time And Seasonal
Work modeOn Site
Location20 Bruckner Blvd, United States
Diversity & Inclusion

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Qualifications

  • 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.

Commitment

  • Start date: November 30, 2026

  • End date: March 26, 2027

  • Days & hours: Monday-Thursday, 3:00-6:15pm when after school is in session

  • Dates and hours are subject to change.

Locations

  • Mott Haven: 20 Bruckner Blvd, Bronx, NY 10454

Benefits

    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

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 $2,520 per season stipend. Coaches are eligible for annual compensation increases based on tenure, in accordance with DREAM’s compensation practices.

At DREAM, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a matter of mission.
From our schools to our playing fields, DREAM is committed to building a team where each individual can bring their full identity and experience to work because representation matters—it enriches our team culture, enhances our ability to innovate, and strengthens our impact in and out of the classroom. DREAM engages staff that represent and appreciate the diversity of our majority Black and Hispanic student body, while working to ensure that our practices are equitable, welcoming, and productive. We are dedicated to creating a world where youth, especially youth of color, have permission to dream—along with the tools and opportunities to make their dreams reality.
All Kids Can. This Kid Can.
DREAM is Family.
Fun is a Serious Value.
Teamwork Makes the DREAM Work.
Fail. Persist. Exceed.
DREAM Big.
Applying to DREAM
We know applying for a new job can be a daunting process. In addition, studies have shown that historically underrepresented individuals often only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage all applications! You may be just the person we need. If you have any questions about your application or interview process, do not hesitate to ask your recruiter; we are here to help!
DREAM provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your recruiter.

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