Impactful Middle School Volleyball Coach – After-School

DREAM; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Disability benefits

Referral bonuses

Employee Discount Program

DREAM Teaching Fellowship opportunity

Job summary

DREAM is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Assistant Coach to support our middle school athletics program in East Harlem and the South Bronx. You will help run structured practices, supervise students, and reinforce positive behavior during games and transitions.

This is a part-time position, Mon-Thu 3–6pm, Aug 24 through Nov 30, reporting to the Dean of Student Life and Head Coach. Pay is $30 per hour, with additional stipend of $3,000 per season for full-time staff.

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 consistently 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 and without exception
• 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

Job description

DREAM is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Assistant Coach to support our middle school athletics program in East Harlem and the South Bronx. You will help run structured practices, supervise students, and reinforce positive behavior during games and transitions.

This is a part-time position, Mon-Thu 3–6pm, Aug 24 through Nov 30, reporting to the Dean of Student Life and Head Coach. Pay is $30 per hour, with additional stipend of $3,000 per season for full-time staff.