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About the Role

The Wheelchair Training Coach is responsible for planning and executing practices under the guidance of other coaches and the Adaptive Programming Specialist for the Rising New York Road Runners Youth Wheelchair Training Program, a free program for youth with physical disabilities ages 6 to 21.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute age-appropriate practice plans aligned with Rising New York Road Runners standards for youth wheelchair athletes (ages 6-21).
• Lead youth wheelchair athletes (ages 6-21) through weekly practice sessions and during NYRR youth events.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of racing wheelchairs, and perform repairs as necessary.
• Meet weekly with co-Coaches, Adaptive Programming Specialist, and Director of Youth Program Development regarding program direction and logistics.
• Proactively answer wheelchair racing related questions from athletes and their families, and provide feedback to athletes during practice sessions.

Requirements

• 5 years work experience as a wheelchair racing coach required.
• Prior experience working with youth with physical disabilities in a coaching role.
• Prior experience as a wheelchair racing athlete is a plus.
• Ability to differentiate and individualize workouts based upon the disability related needs of athletes.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a diverse group of youth athletes with disabilities.
• Knowledge of racer mechanics, and ability to adapt program chairs to the disability-related needs of athletes.
• Ability to adapt practices based on feedback from athletes and their families, Adaptive Programming Specialist, and Director of Youth Program Development.
• Provide general directions to NYRR staff during weekly practice sessions.
• Work in-person practices on Saturday mornings from late August to late October, and from mid-April to early June.
• Work in-person weekend practice, or facilitate virtual practices from early January to mid-March.
• Facilitate in-person or virtual sessions as needed outside of regularly scheduled programming.
• First Aid and CPR/AED certification preferred.
• Proficiency with use of Microsoft Office.
• Represent NYRR in school, community and professional meetings and events as appropriate.

Skills

• Wheelchair racing
• Coaching youth with physical disabilities
• Differentiating and individualizing workouts
• Clear and effective communication with diverse youth athletes with disabilities
• Knowledge of racer mechanics
• Adapting program chairs to disability-related needs
• Adapting practices based on feedback
• Providing general directions to staff
• Microsoft Office proficiency

Location

• New York City

Work Type

• In-person practices
• Virtual practices

Experience Level

• 5 years work experience as a wheelchair racing coach

Salary/Compensations

• $45 / hour

About the Company

• New York Road Runners (NYRR) was founded in 1958 and has grown into the world’s premier community running organization.
• NYRR's vision is to build healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running.
• NYRR offers races, community events, programs, and training resources.
• NYRR's premier event is the TCS New York City Marathon.
• NYRR provides youth fitness programs in underserved communities.
• NYRR is a 501(c)(3) organization headquartered in New York City.
• NYRR is one of the largest nonprofit providers of youth and community fitness programming in New York City.
• The Community Impact Department includes Youth Programs, Community Programs, and Youth and Community Events.
• Community Programs oversees NYRR Striders for older adults, free NYRR Open Runs in city parks, and initiatives like Run for the Future and Youth Ambassadors.
• Youth Programs develops and supports running programs nationwide through Rising New York Road Runners.
• Youth and Community Events delivers over 40 events annually.

Equal Opportunity

• New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• At New York Road Runners, we are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace by finding the best candidate for the job.
• We understand that skills come from a variety of different backgrounds.
• Checking off every single requirement on our job description is not necessary to apply.
• If you think you are a good fit and have a passion for the work we do, please submit your application.
• We are eager to learn about your experience and skills!
• You may be the right candidate for this or other open positions.