[Fall 2026] Club Athletics Coach - Baseball/Softball - East Harlem Middle

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 a commitment to rigorous academics, social‑emotional learning, deep family and community engagement, and health and wellness, DREAM creates lifelong learners equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom.

About the Role

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 program 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 Bachelor 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: August 25, 2026
End date: November 30, 2026
Days & hours: Monday‑Thursday, 3:00‑6:15 pm when after‑school is in session (dates and hours are subject to change).
Location: East Harlem, 1991 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10029.

Benefits

• 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 an Employee Discount Program, offering savings on travel, entertainment, retail, and more.
• High‑performing part‑time staff may apply for the DREAM Teaching Fellowship to earn a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and become full‑time teachers.
• Through partnership with SUNY Empire State University, eligible Youth Workers can earn academic credit for completing DREAM’s paid Summer Extended Learning and Enrichment Institute, supporting faster degree completion.

Compensation

The rate for incoming Club Coaches is $30 per hour. Club Coaches who are also DREAM full‑time staff receive a $2,520 per season stipend. Coaches are eligible for annual compensation increases based on tenure, in accordance with DREAM’s compensation practices.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At DREAM, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a matter of mission. 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.