About the Role
Join Kids in the Game as an After-School Coach, contributing to enriching after-school experiences for children. You will be part of a network of over 150 coaches dedicated to youth development through sports and skill-building activities.
Responsibilities
- Plan and facilitate age-appropriate sports, games, and physical activity sessions.
- Lead pre-designed and themed activities in art, STEM, sports, games, and movement.
- Support 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.
- Build meaningful relationships with participants, demonstrating care, patience, and enthusiasm.
- Encourage all youth 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.
- Ensure a safe and structured environment by actively monitoring participants, equipment, and facilities.
- Respond appropriately to injuries, behavioral challenges, or conflicts.
- Maintain awareness of emergency procedures.
- Work closely with site directors, other coaches, and program staff.
- 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.
- Uphold the organization’s mission and values.
- 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.
- Strong interpersonal skills to relate to younger children and partner with school staff.
- Available to work Monday through Friday during after school hours (3-6pm).
- Up-to-date physical exam and tuberculosis test documentation required.
- Must pass Federal and NY State background checks.
- Willing to complete Department of Education fingerprinting.
- CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are a plus.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to walk to and from nearby program locations.
- Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach.
- Ability to climb stairs.
- 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.
Skills
- Youth development
- Coaching
- Sports
- Physical activity
- Homework assistance
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Adaptability
Location
- New York City
- Manhattan
- Brooklyn
- Queens
- The Bronx
Work Type
- Part-time
- After school hours
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-$23 per hour for Teams & Classes After School
- $21-$23 per hour for Enrichment (Class Lead) After School
About the Company
- Kids in the Game sport and enrichment-based programs are in schools and communities across New York City.
- 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 to have a positive impact in the lives of youth.
Equal Opportunity
- Committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment.
- Recruit candidates from all cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Partnerships with organizations to target hiring practices for chronically discriminated against or low-income groups.
