Impactful Middle School Girls Basketball Assistant Coach

DREAM; New York (NY); On-site; USD 6,000 - 12,000; 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 seeking a reliable Assistant Coach to support our middle school athletics program in East Harlem, with practices at the school and events across the Bronx. You will help run high-quality practices, supervise students, and model positive behavior.

Ideal candidates have 1-2 years coaching or youth program experience, experience with school-age children, and strong communication. CPR/First Aid is a plus; commitment includes after-school hours and some evenings/weekends.

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.

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 (scanning, proximity, engagement).
• Support attendance tracking for practices and games.
• Communicate promptly with the Head Coach regarding concerns or updates.
• Follow internal protocols related to student eligibility, behavior, and participation.
• Maintain professionalism in communications with students, staff, and families.
• Support recruitment and engagement of athletes; assist with game-day logistics.

Skills

Coaching

Youth development

Communication

Safety awareness

CPR/First Aid

Job description

DREAM is seeking a reliable Assistant Coach to support our middle school athletics program in East Harlem, with practices at the school and events across the Bronx. You will help run high-quality practices, supervise students, and model positive behavior.

Ideal candidates have 1-2 years coaching or youth program experience, experience with school-age children, and strong communication. CPR/First Aid is a plus; commitment includes after-school hours and some evenings/weekends.