[2022-2023] Soccer Coach (Part-Time)

  • Part-time
  • Start Date: Next year opening
  • Department: Teacher

Company Description

KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of free, public charter schools that prepares students for success in college and life. In 1995 we started our first middle school, KIPP Academy, in The Bronx. Our goal was to graduate students with the strength of character and academic abilities needed to succeed in high school, college and beyond – and in so doing, to prove what is possible for all students. Today, our New York City network consists of eight elementary schools, nine middle schools, one high school, and KIPP Forward, a comprehensive support program for our alumni. KIPP NYC Public Schools currently serves more than 9,350 students and alumni and has a staff of more than 850. KIPP NYC is continuing to grow and opened two new middle schools and an elementary school August 2021!

All of the KIPP NYC elementary schools are adding a grade each year until they are fully grown schools with grades K-4.

    Job Description

    KIPP NYC is looking for part-time Soccer Coaches who combine the ability to motivate and educate, to develop soccer as well as character skills, and to make a college preparatory education relevant both now and for the future.

    General responsibilities include (but are not limited to): 

    • Creating high level session plans based on provided periodization, content distribution and available space. 
    • Creating strong relationships with the students, families and coworkers.
    • Develop players through individual skills, technical training, and team training.
    • Manage talent identification systems in all program components.
    • Manage all aspects of after school club, which includes but not limited to: uniform distribution, equipment management, parent communication and social media.
    • Committing to constant professional and personal growth through working closely as part of a team of soccer coaches.
    • Modeling a “whatever it takes” spirit to ensure that each student is successful.
    • Modeling the school’s values in all communications with students, families, and staff.
    • Teaching students in a high-quality, exciting way. 

    Qualifications

    • Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial working environment and a healthy measure of the character traits we value: zest, grit, hope, love, social intelligence, gratitude and a sense of humor.
    • Minimum of 3 years working in youth soccer and/or futsal. Experience working in a school environment is a plus.
    • Bachelor’s degree in fields such as Education, Sports Management, Sport Psychology, Exercise Science. A Master's degree is a plus.
    • Minimum of USSF D license, and/or United Soccer Coaches National Diploma.
    • A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.

    Additional Information

    This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position.  It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.

    KIPP NYC LLC is an anti-racist organization that believes in the importance of being diverse, equitable, and inclusive. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving students and families throughout New York City. BIPOC, women, gender expansive, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

    KIPP NYC LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP NYC LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.

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