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Originallyfounded in 1991as Harlem RBI, DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2,500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12, extended-day, extended-year DREAM Charter Schools and community sports-based youth development programs. Through our commitment to rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, deep family and community engagement, and health and wellness, we create lifelong learners who are equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom. We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schoolsgrowing our organizations impact and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more, visit wearedream.org.Our award winning sports-based youth development program is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as our Cross Country and Track Assistant Coach for our high school competitive team. The ideal candidate has experience coaching high school-aged students, and has an understanding of Cross Country and Track as a player and coach.Coaches are key members of the Athletics team and ensure the continued excellence, growth and sustainability of DREAMs Athletics programs.ResponsibilitiesSupport the facilitation of 1-3 practices per week;Support with logistics around athlete arrival and departure;Support with driving engagement and recruitment of athletes onto the team;Manage roster and support with game strategy on game day;Supervise and manage team and individual behavior at all times using positive discipline techniques and proactive interventions to ensure the physical and emotional safety of all scholars;Ensure that youth are physically safe around the supervision and transportation (when necessary);Follow all safety protocols put in place by the organization;Make sure attendance is taken at all practices and games;Model sports-like behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards players, umpires, and spectators;Model and encourage positive youth behaviors and promote DREAMs mission, values and organizational policies to all staff, participants and stakeholders;Other duties as required.QualificationsAn understanding of the sports rules and regulations required;Experience working with school-age children required;Ability to uphold, promote, and model sport-based youth development principles; 2+ years of assistant coaching experience preferred;Previous experience playing this sport competitively at the high school and/or college level preferred;CPR/First Aid certification, a plus;Excellent oral and written communication skills, organization skills and attention to detail;A strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM, including the belief that all students can succeed, and a deep desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families, and community.CommitmentStart date:August 18, 2025End date: June 30th, 2026 (exact end date may be earlier depending on the team's progress in the league)Days/hours: Practices are 3 days per week, Monday-Friday in the late afternoon or early evening. Exact schedule to be determined.Afternoon, Evening and weekend meetsDates and hours are subject to change.LocationDREAM Charter High School - 20 Bruckner Boulevard, Bronx, NYPractices take place at the school, or in surrounding areas in Harlem or the South Bronx. Game locations varyBenefitsDREAM offers the following benefits to our part-time employees:403(b) retirement plan, with employer matching up to 4% after one year of employment (12-month continuous period) in which you work a minimum of 1,000 hours;Disability benefits;Referral bonuses;Access to our Employee Discount Program, offering savings on travel, entertainment, retail, and more;High-performing part-time staff have the opportunity to apply for the DREAM Teaching Fellowship, through which they earn a Masters degree and become full-time teachers at DREAM.CompensationDREAM offers competitive compensation. The rate for this position is $25 per hour.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionAt DREAM, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a matter of mission. From our schools to our playing fields, DREAM is committed to building a team where each individual can bring their full identity and experience to work because representation mattersit enriches our team culture, enhances our ability to innovate, and strengthens our impact in and out of the classroom. DREAM engages staff that represent and appreciate the diversity of our majority Black and Hispanic student body, while working to ensure that our practices are equitable, welcoming, and productive. We are dedicated to creating a world where youth, especially youth of color, have permission to dreamalong with the tools and opportunities to make their dreams reality.Come dream with us.DREAM MaximsAll Kids Can. This Kid Can.DREAM is Family.Fun is a Serious Value.Teamwork Makes the DREAM Work.Fail. Persist. Exceed.DREAM Big.Applying to DREAMWe know applying for a new job can be a daunting process. In addition, studies have shown that historically underrepresented individuals often only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage all applications You may be just the person we need. If you have any questions about your application or interview process, do not hesitate to ask your recruiter; we are here to helpDREAM provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your recruiter. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. 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.Apply for this job