Soccer Specialist Queens

ADP, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

New York Edge is seeking a part-time Soccer Specialist to lead after-school soccer instruction and age-appropriate activity programs for youth in New York City public schools. You will organize and supervise physical activity, ensure safety, and align with the program’s curriculum.

The role involves coaching, mentorship, and supporting academic hours. Strong soccer skills, teaching experience, reliability, and excellent communication are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in Soccer and have experience teaching youth.
• Prior experience teaching youth preferred.
• Must be able to follow a curriculum.
• Must be responsible, reliable, and punctual.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• May be required to walk up and down stairs.
• May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed.
• Work is performed mostly within a New York City Public School and events.

Responsibilities

• Motivate students to be active daily.
• Ensure age-appropriate daily activity plans with clear goals.
• Coordinate with Program Director on calendars and events.
• Encourage participation in Soccer activities.
• Enforce safety rules and conduct during activities.
• Instruct on techniques and safe use of equipment.
• Set learning objectives for lessons and communicate them.
• Evaluate activities for progress and outcomes.
• Adapt methods to meet student needs and interests.
• Support during Academic hours when required.

Skills

Soccer knowledge

Teaching youth

Follow curriculum

Punctual

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

One year teaching experience

Some college preferred

Job description

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Part time hourly New York, New York, NY, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $25.00 Hourly

ABOUT US

New York Edge is the largest provider of after-school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools. Each year, programs in academics, including STEM, the arts, sports and wellness, and college access, help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school. Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children.

SUMMARY

New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic people to fill the seasonal role of Soccer Specialist. In this role, you will be critical in providing targeted, skill- and age-appropriate instruction, coaching, and mentorship to youth in New York Edge’s after-school day camp programs. Soccer Specialists organize and lead physical activity programming at their site, ensuring the safety of all program participants.

WORK SCHEDULE

9-15 hours per week.

Monday through Friday -- 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Motivate students to be active daily.
• Ensure daily activity lesson plans and projects are structured and age-appropriate and have clear learning goals based on the provided Soccer and physical activity guide.
• Communicate with the Program Director and Center for Soccer and Wellness regarding the calendar of programs, leagues, tournaments, and special events.
• Motivate and encourage students to participate in organization-wide Soccer activities.
• Establish and enforce safety rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
• Instruct participants on the activities' principles, techniques, and safety procedures and show them how to use materials and equipment properly.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
• Evaluate activities to determine if they are producing the desired results.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs and interests.
• Promote and ensure the progressive development of student skills and character development in all youth.
• Most New York Edge Soccer Specialists are expected to provide support during Academic hours.
• Adapt each activity to ensure safe participation in the space provided.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in Soccer and have experience successfully teaching and instructing youth.
• Prior experience teaching and instructing youth preferred
• Must be able to follow a curriculum
• Must be responsible, reliable, and punctual!
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• May be required to walk up and down stairs.
• May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed.
• Work is performed mostly within a New York City Public School but may be required to interact with the community at-large during trips or events.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; some college preferred
• A minimum of one year of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required.
• A minimum of one year of teaching experience is required.
• Must have passion for New York Edge's mission and demonstrated interest in education and youth development.
• Candidates qualified to lead instruction in more than one activity are also preferred.
• The Soccer Specialist will be required to report to the school building and interact with staff, students, parents, and school administration.
• At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health.

New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work the employee performs in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position