Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Educational Alliance brings together and partners with diverse communities in Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities. We are a place where everyone is welcome and where progress is powered one relationship at a time. We are proud of our legacy as a Jewish organization, and we provide high-quality, transformational services and programs to all New Yorkers through our network of community centers on Manhattan’s Lower East Side and East Village. As we have for 130 years, we offer best-in-class programming–now across 15 sites—focusing on a mix of education, health and wellness, arts and culture, and civic engagement.

The Youth Sports Specialist will develop and implement structured programs and strategies that integrate athletic skill development with personal growth and academic achievement. The Youth Sports Specialist will help create a safe and supportive environment to enrich the lives of young people on the Lower East Aide within the Edgies Teen Center.

Job Title: Youth Sports Specialist

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Teen Center Director

FT/PT Status: Part-Time (25hrs/week) Tues-Fri 1pm-6:00pm, Saturdays 3pm-6pm

Location: Manny Cantor Center - 197 East Broadway, New York, NY 10002

Job Purpose:

Creating a safe and supportive environment to enrich the lives of young people on the Lower East Side. Supporting teens social emotional development to enhance their well-being and help them thrive

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Build relationships with youth that are positive and professional
• Provide guidance and support to youth in their personal and social development
• Collaborates regularly with staff to design and promote an inclusive teen center culture, such as bullying prevention, student leadership opportunities, mentoring, training, and conferences.
• Confidently engage in conflict resolution, de-escalation, and mediations with youth
• Establish and model expectations for behavior and participation/engagement to ensure a safe and positive environment.
• Participate alongside program participants when appropriate and provide active supervision throughout activities.
• Attends and participates in professional development to improve and maintain knowledge of positive youth development evidence-based strategies and theories.
• Ability to work cooperatively with all stakeholders including professional staff and other departments
• Actively participate in designated meetings, training sessions and special events
• Communicates information about sports related youth development opportunities, including community-sponsored programming to students, families, and school staff.
• Plans, models, and co-leads effective workshops with program coaches and mentors covering topics such as nutrition, time management, mental health and career planning as it relates to sports
• Develop and implement structured programs and strategies that integrate athletic skill development with personal growth and academic achievement.
• Design drills, exercises, and training sessions aimed at fostering and enhancing the development of new athletic skills in youth, while reinforcing skills/information previously taught.
• Provide personalized coaching and mentoring to student athletes, focusing on their unique needs and goals.
• Conduct regular assessments and evaluations to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop recognition activities to highlight student successes
• Maintain school-based reports to support program evaluation assessment as related to sports involvement
• Scheduling and running team practice sessions and games, setting realistic and age-appropriate expectations, ensuring equal play time, and safety of all participants.
• Maintaining sports equipment.
• Provide other program support as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

To effectively perform this role, an incumbent should have the following knowledge, skills :

• Previous experience working with teenagers in an educational or recreational setting is highly desirable.
• Ability to engage and manage a group of teens effectively.
• Fundamental and developmental knowledge as it relates to sports and recreations
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in supporting teen development.
• Experience playing basketball on a professional level (collegiate)
• Experiencing coaching youth in sports

To effectively perform this role, an incumbent should have the following key competencies :

• Teamwork
• Responsibility
• Strong Communication & interpersonal skills
• Leadership & Role Modeling
• Integrity
• Conflict resolution & Problem Solving

To effectively perform this role, an incumbent should have the following minimum education/certifications/licenses:

• Education: BA Degree preferred and/or minimum 2 years of experience of coaching youth athletics.
• Certifications: CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain upon hire.

Limitations and Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

EEO Info

Educational Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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