Dynamic Middle School Volleyball Assistant Coach

Classifieds24; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 6,888,000 - 8,266,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Disability benefits

Referral bonuses

Employee discount program

DREAM Teaching Fellowship

Job summary

DREAM is hiring an Assistant Coach for its Middle School Volleyball program in East Harlem and the South Bronx. You will supervise, lead drills, and ensure a positive, structured experience for all athletes, reporting to the Head Coach and Athletics leadership.

This is a part-time after-school role with afternoon practice windows. Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years coaching or youth program experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to DREAM’s mission and values.

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.
• CPR/First Aid certification, a plus.
• Strong alignment with DREAM’s mission and values.
• Commitment

Responsibilities

• Support structured, high quality practices and lead when head coach is absent.
• Execute drills with energy, clarity, and attention to detail.
• Reinforce behavior, effort, and participation expectations.
• Support youth development competencies: teamwork, sportsmanship, self-regulation.
• Maintain active supervision and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Communicate safety concerns to Head Coach promptly.
• Assist with attendance tracking for practices and games.
• Support recruitment and engagement of athletes.
• Help with game-day logistics and team management.
• Adhere to internal protocols related to student eligibility and participation.

Skills

Coaching experience

Youth development

Communication skills

CPR/First Aid

School-age children

Rules and fundamentals

Job description

DREAM is hiring an Assistant Coach for its Middle School Volleyball program in East Harlem and the South Bronx. You will supervise, lead drills, and ensure a positive, structured experience for all athletes, reporting to the Head Coach and Athletics leadership.

This is a part-time after-school role with afternoon practice windows. Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years coaching or youth program experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to DREAM’s mission and values.