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About the Role

Join Kids in the Game as an After-School Coach, contributing to enriching after-school experiences for children. You will foster growth, promote physical activity and learning, and be part of a network of over 150 coaches working with children from early childhood onwards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate age-appropriate sports, games, and physical activity sessions focused on skill development, teamwork, and fun.
• Lead pre-designed and themed activities in art, STEM, sports, games, and movement.
• Support and engage with participants during homework help, snack time, and structured activities.
• Adapt lessons to accommodate various skill levels and ensure full participation.
• Promote sportsmanship, resilience, and a growth mindset through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Build meaningful relationships with participants, demonstrating care, patience, and enthusiasm.
• Encourage all youth, including those less confident or reluctant, to engage and feel included.
• Serve as a positive role model, reinforcing respect, empathy, and fair play.
• Use positive reinforcement and positive language at all times when engaging with the students.
• Ensure a safe and structured environment by actively monitoring participants, equipment, and facilities.
• Respond appropriately to injuries, behavioral challenges, or conflicts, following organizational policies.
• Maintain awareness of emergency procedures and act quickly when needed.
• Work closely with site directors, other coaches, and program staff to ensure quality programming.
• Communicate effectively about participant progress, incidents, or program needs.
• Attend required trainings, team meetings, and performance check-ins.
• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to actively engage with youth.
• Be prepared in proper uniform for every day of program.
• Uphold the organization’s mission and values both in and out of the program.
• Demonstrate integrity, reliability, and a strong work ethic.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in K-12 Education, Sports Management, Physical Education, or a related field is strongly preferred.
• At least two years of prior coaching experience or several years of experience playing specialized sports in competitive or recreational settings.
• Strong interpersonal skills to relate to younger children, work with different age groups, and partner with school staff to support children’s physical and emotional needs.
• Available to work Monday through Friday during after school hours (3-6pm).
• Up-to-date physical exam and tuberculosis test documentation will be required before starting.
• Must pass Federal and NY State background checks and be willing to complete Department of Education fingerprinting before starting.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to walk to and from nearby program locations or parks.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach to engage with children at their level.
• Ability to climb stairs in school buildings or community facilities.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25–40 pounds.
• Ability to participate in active games and movement-based activities.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to maintain visual and auditory awareness to supervise children effectively and ensure safety in active environments.

Skills

• Youth development
• Coaching
• Sports
• Physical activity
• Homework assistance
• Art
• STEM
• Movement
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills

Location

• Westchester County, NY
• New York City

Work Type

• Part-time
• Hourly

Experience Level

• General coach
• Teacher
• Youth development specialist
• Activity specialist

Education Level

• Bachelor's Degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $20-$22 per hour for Full After School
• $21-$24 per hour for Teams & Classes After School
• $21-$24 per hour for Enrichment (Class Lead) After School

Benefits

• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are a plus.

About the Company

• Kids in the Game sport and enrichment-based programs are in schools and communities across New York City, serving thousands of children annually.
• The goal is to provide positive experiences and opportunities through sports and creative play.
• Inspire kids to embrace new experiences, adopt a healthy lifestyle, and build integrity.
• Certified B Corporation committed to doing business for good.
• Striving every day to have a positive impact in the lives of youth.

Equal Opportunity

• Committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment for all of our interns and employees.
• Recruit candidates from across the city, state, and country, from all cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Developed partnerships with organizations that allow us to target our hiring practices to include chronically discriminated against or low-income groups, and improve their access to high-quality employment opportunities.