Boxing Instructor

Active Plus Incorporated; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Active Plus, Inc. seeks a boxing coach to lead an after-school program for NYC youth in the Bronx. You will teach boxing fundamentals, promote safety, and foster confidence in participating students after school.

The role requires adaptability to a cafeteria setting, strong classroom management, and the ability to connect with diverse ages. Schedule is weekday afternoons; compensation is hourly based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching youth boxing.
• Strong communication with children and parents.
• Ability to manage a classroom and keep activities on track.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging, age-appropriate boxing sessions focused on technique, conditioning, discipline, and confidence-building.
• Teach boxing fundamentals, including footwork, defensive movements, and combinations.
• Adapt instruction to a cafeteria setting with limited space and equipment.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for all participants.
• Encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive youth development.
• Communicate with program staff regarding attendance, student engagement, and program needs.

Skills

Youth boxing coaching

Team leadership

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Boxing Coach – After-School Youth Program

Organization: Active Plus, Inc.
Location: Bronx, NY
Position Type: Part-Time / After-School

Position Overview

Active Plus is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Boxing Coach to lead an after-school boxing program for youth in the Bronx. The ideal candidate has experience teaching boxing fundamentals, working with young people, and creating a safe, engaging, and positive learning environment.

Programming will take place in a school cafeteria, so instructors must be flexible and creative in adapting boxing activities to a nontraditional training space.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging, age-appropriate boxing sessions focused on technique, conditioning, discipline, and confidence-building.
• Teach boxing fundamentals, including footwork, defensive movements, and combinations.
• Adapt instruction and activities to accommodate a cafeteria setting with limited equipment and space.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for all participants.
• Encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive youth development.
• Communicate with program staff regarding attendance, student engagement, and program needs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience coaching or teaching youth boxing.
• Experience working with children and adolescents in school, recreational, or community settings.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to modify boxing activities for different ages, skill levels, and available spaces.
• Dependable, energetic, and passionate about youth development.

Schedule: Weekday afternoons (3-5p).

Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience.

Active Plus is committed to providing safe, inclusive, and engaging fitness and wellness opportunities for young people throughout NYC.