Flag Football Coach

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Flag Football Coach . The Flag Football Coach will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life. The Flag Football Coach will join our Promise Academy athletic program team, which exposes students to a variety of fun-filled, developmental, and high-caliber enrichment activities, including football, basketball, volleyball, and soccer, as well as health/wellness and physical fitness education. Responsibilities Develop, implement, and execute the flag football athletics curriculum Create a program that will include daily conditioning, fundamental drills, and a strategic playbook Communicate and work effectively with students, colleagues, and parents Monitor and report on student progress and performance both in the classroom and playing field Collaborate and consult with staff on student performance in various athletic activities and schoolwork Maintain ongoing communication with Athletics Program Director Develop positive relationships with students that promotes wellness, growth, respect, and self-esteem Act as a positive role model for students Perform other duties as assigned Requirements High School or Equivalent or better A commitment to the mission and programs of HCZ Experience working with youth and adolescent population College degree and at least two years of coaching experience, preferred Must have strong knowledge and a keen understanding of football Ensure the various athletics curriculums are structured and have clear learning goals Solid understanding of youth sports and safety guidelines Must be able to travel to away games or events Must have strong leadership and organizational skills, excellent writing and communication skills Positive, enthusiastic, collaborative, flexible, and approachable attitude Ability to effectively engage and motivate students Schedule Monday-Thursday: 2 PM- 7:30 PM Friday: 2 PM-7 PM (Fall/Spring) Monday-Friday: 11 AM-4:30 PM (Summer) The salary range for this position is $25-$30 per hour. Harlem Children’s Zone is an EOE. #J-18808-Ljbffr