After-School Middle School Boys Basketball Assistant Coach

Lever, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 7,000 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Disability benefits

Referral bonuses

Employee Discount Program

DREAM Teaching Fellowship

Job summary

DREAM seeks a reliable, detail-oriented Assistant Coach to support our middle school athletics program in the Bronx. The role focuses on supervising practices, implementing drills, and maintaining a positive, structured experience for all athletes.

Start date: December 1, 2026; End date: March 30, 2027. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 3-6pm. Compensation includes $30/hour, plus a $3000 season stipend for those also serving as DREAM full-time staff, with opportunities for annual increases based on tenure.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of coaching or youth program experience preferred.
• Experience working with school-age children required.
• Understanding of the sport’s rules and fundamentals required.
• Ability to effectively support youth development and behavior management.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of structured, high-quality practices and lead when the head coach is not present/available.
• Execute drills and activities with clarity, energy, and attention to detail.
• Reinforce expectations for behavior, effort, and participation.
• Reinforce key youth development competencies: Teamwork, Sportsmanship, Self-regulation.
• Support students in managing emotions, resolving conflicts, and meeting team expectations.
• Model positive behavior and uphold team standards.
• Maintain active supervision at all times (constant scanning, proximity, engagement).
• Support safe arrival, transitions, and dismissal procedures.
• Ensure all safety protocols are followed consistently.
• Immediately communicate any safety concerns to the Head Coach.
• Accurately support attendance tracking for all practices and games.
• Communicate promptly with the Head Coach regarding any concerns or updates.
• Follow all internal protocols related to student eligibility, behavior, and participation.
• Maintain professionalism in all communication with students, staff, and families.
• Support recruitment and engagement of athletes.
• Assist with game-day logistics and team management.
• Execute responsibilities with consistency, reliability, and attention to detail.

Skills

Coaching

Youth development

Communication

Reliability

Tools

CPR/First Aid

Job description

DREAM seeks a reliable, detail-oriented Assistant Coach to support our middle school athletics program in the Bronx. The role focuses on supervising practices, implementing drills, and maintaining a positive, structured experience for all athletes.

Start date: December 1, 2026; End date: March 30, 2027. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 3-6pm. Compensation includes $30/hour, plus a $3000 season stipend for those also serving as DREAM full-time staff, with opportunities for annual increases based on tenure.