Wearedream
Immediate Start - High School Cross Country and Track Assistant Coach
Wearedream, New York, New York, us, 10261
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 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 DREAM’s Athletics programs.
Responsibilities
Support the facilitation of 1-3 practices per week
Support logistics around athlete arrival and departure
Drive engagement and recruitment of athletes onto the team
Manage roster and support 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 DREAM’s mission, values and organizational policies to all staff, participants and stakeholders
Other duties as required
Qualifications
An understanding of the sport’s 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
Commitment
Start date: August 18, 2025
End date: June 30, 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 meets
Dates and hours are subject to change
Location
DREAM Charter High School – 20 Bruckner Boulevard, Bronx, NY
Practices take place at the school or in surrounding areas in Harlem or the South Bronx
Game locations vary
Benefits
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
Compensation
DREAM offers competitive compensation. The rate for this position is $25 per hour.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At 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 matters—it 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 dream—along with the tools and opportunities to make their dreams reality.
Applying to DREAM We 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 help.
DREAM 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.
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Cross Country and Track Assistant Coach
for our high school competitive team. The ideal candidate has experience coaching high school‑aged students and 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 DREAM’s Athletics programs.
Responsibilities
Support the facilitation of 1-3 practices per week
Support logistics around athlete arrival and departure
Drive engagement and recruitment of athletes onto the team
Manage roster and support 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 DREAM’s mission, values and organizational policies to all staff, participants and stakeholders
Other duties as required
Qualifications
An understanding of the sport’s 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
Commitment
Start date: August 18, 2025
End date: June 30, 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 meets
Dates and hours are subject to change
Location
DREAM Charter High School – 20 Bruckner Boulevard, Bronx, NY
Practices take place at the school or in surrounding areas in Harlem or the South Bronx
Game locations vary
Benefits
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
Compensation
DREAM offers competitive compensation. The rate for this position is $25 per hour.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At 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 matters—it 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 dream—along with the tools and opportunities to make their dreams reality.
Applying to DREAM We 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 help.
DREAM 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.
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