Sports/Athletics Instructor or Coach for K-12 After School

Togetherhood; New York (NY); On-site; USD 6,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

1099 contract

Materials budget

Job summary

Togetherhood in New York City connects passionate educators with schools and communities seeking enrichment. You will teach Sports and Athletics to K-12 students across NYC, with terms ranging from 6 to 18 weeks.

This role is contracted, supplemental 1099 work, paying per class or per student, with a separate materials budget. Ideal candidates have subject matter expertise in sports, a passion for hands-on projects with kids, and the ability to create a structured, inclusive classroom

Qualifications

• Subject matter expertise in Sports and Athletics.
• Ability to lead hands-on projects with kids.
• Passion for teaching and personal development.
• Create a fun, structured, inclusive classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop age-appropriate Sports and Athletics curriculum for after-school students.
• Lead weekly in-person classes with enthusiasm and expertise.
• Establish a well-structured and lively classroom.
• Foster a positive, supportive, and encouraging learning environment.
• Build connections with students in a warm and inclusive environment.
• Track student growth and offer feedback.
• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to teach.
• Create a memorable experience for the children.

Skills

Sports & Athletics

Curriculum development

Student engagement

Classroom management

Job description

About Togetherhood

At Togetherhood, we’re building something special: a vibrant marketplace where passionate educators meet schools and communities hungry for enrichment. Whether it’s arts & crafts, basketball, breakdancing, chess, or STEM, we match talented instructors with opportunities to share their skills and spark joy in the next generation.

Our mission is simple but powerful: “to infuse every community with high quality enrichment and education.” We're here to support you in sharing your craft, your voice, and your passion with kids who are ready to learn and grow. If you're a dynamic instructor who loves what you teach and why you teach it, we'd love for you to be part of Togetherhood.

What You'll Do

As a member of our network, you will be matched with opportunities to teach Sports and Athletics (including but not limited to Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Tennis, Ping Pong, Pickleball) to K-12 students at schools, buildings, and communities across NYC. These teaching opportunities will be for terms that could last anywhere from 6 weeks to 18 weeks.

• Develop age‑appropriate Sports and Athletics curriculum for after‑school students
• Lead weekly in‑person classes with enthusiasm and expertise
• Establish a well‑structured and lively classroom that keeps students engaged
• Foster a positive, supportive, and encouraging learning environment for students of varying skill levels
• Build connections with students in a warm and inclusive environment
• Track student growth and offer positive, helpful feedback
• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to teach
• Create a memorable experience for the children in your class

Who You Are

• Has subject matter expertise in Sports and Athletics
• Has a passion and skill for building hands‑on projects with kids
• Has excitement, joy, and passion for both teaching kids and personal development/learning
• Knows how to create a fun, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
• Brings your own voice and creativity to each class you teach
• Is cooperative, supportive, flexible
• Is dependable, proactive, and thrives when given autonomy … and also appreciates support and clear expectations

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Teachers in the Togetherhood network are paid per class, either flat rate or per‑student (determined by the partner school). This is contracted, supplemental 1099 work. There is a separate materials budget for teachers to use for classes requiring one.