Immediate Start - Middle School Flag Football Assistant Coach - Highbridge

Originally founded in 1991 as 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 schools—growing our organization’s impact and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more, visit wearedream.org.

DREAM is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Assistant Coach to support the execution of our middle school athletics program. The Assistant Coach plays a critical role in ensuring consistent supervision, strong practice implementation, and a positive, structured experience for all athletes.

Coaches are key members of the Athletics team and ensure the continued excellence, growth and sustainability of DREAM’s Athletics programs.

This role reports to the Dean of Student Life and works under the leadership of the Head Coach.

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

Core Professional Expectations

Demonstrate consistent, reliable attendance and punctuality

Follow the direction from the Head Coach and Athletics leadership

Adhere strictly to all safety, communication, and organizational protocols

Maintain professionalism and strong judgment at all times

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

Commitment

Start date: August 24

End date: November 30

Days & hours: Monday-Thursday, 3-6pm

Note: DREAM full-time staff who are coaches are expected to report to their posts at 4pm

Evening and weekend games

Dates and hours are subject to change.

Location
DREAM is hiring coaches for our Highbridge Middle School Location:
Highbridge: 1162 River Avenue, Bronx, NY
Practices take place at the school, or in surrounding areas in East Harlem or the South Bronx. Game locations vary

Benefits

DREAM 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 can earn a Bachelors or Masters degree and become full-time teachers at DREAM

Compensation

The rate for incoming Assistant Coaches is $30 per hour. The rate for incoming Assistant Coaches who are also DREAM full-time staff is a $3000 per season stipend. Coaches are eligible for annual compensation increases based on tenure, in accordance with DREAM’s compensation practices.