Youth Sports Coordinator

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At Kids in the Game, we're building a vibrant community of dedicated youth leaders to rethink the way kids play. As a Youth Sports Coordinator  you’ll help to create unforgettable experiences for hundreds of NYC children and be part of a dynamic team of 150+ coaches and full time team members.

We’re more than your average youth development organization; we’re a team of professionals who share a commitment to fostering positive opportunities through sports and creative play. We bring energy, excitement, and creativity to every day. Our programs offer kids a blend of sports, creative movement, arts, STEM, exciting special events, engaging monthly themes, and more to make every moment the highlight of a child's year.

As a Certified B Corporation, we're on a mission to positively impact kids’ lives. We’re looking for Camp Directors who want to inspire the next generation of leaders, model and build emotional intelligence, boost kids’ confidence, create tight-knit communities, and bring affordable and inclusive camp programs into communities across NYC. Join us in making a difference while having a blast!

WHAT IS A YOUTH SPORTS COORDINATOR?

The role of the Youth Sports Coordinator is to be a Kids in the Game ambassador and head coach. Youth Sports Coordinator work in and manage our high priority programs, which include recess, after-school, physical education, camps, sports clinics, and sports teams. Youth Sports Coordinators are responsible for promoting our mission and values among coaches, kids, families, and school partners. Through their on-the-ground work, Youth Sports Coordinators help to execute the organization’s wide range of high quality sports and creative play programs.

The Youth Sports Coordinator (YSC) position is an entry-level, full-time position (40 hours per week). Youth Sports Coordinators typically work from Monday - Friday, during the hours of 10am-6pm. This is a predominantly coaching-based role for individuals who have worked across the youth development field and have a demonstrated background in leading and executing sports & creative play programs. You will be joining a team of 8 to 10 other Youth Sports Coordinators. We are currently hiring someone for this role to start in January 2024 and go through August 2024. This is a renewable contract, pending a strong performance, which could lead into a full 12 month contract starting September 2024. YSCs are expected to commit to this role for the full contract, which includes school year & summer camp programming.

We are looking for candidates who are able to commit fully to our cultural and behavioral expectations. Our team needs to know you are dedicated to our mission and align with our values, as well as have the right education/experience to effectively lead Youth Sports programs and classes. These qualities and expectations are, but not limited to, the following:

• Strong relationship-building and problem-solving skills

• Leadership and coaching ability with a focus on teamwork

• Effective communication through an empathetic approach

• Ability to be adaptable and lead by example

• Willingness to receive feedback and have a growth mindset

Youth Sports Coordinator Leadership Tracks:

YSCs are expected to follow one of the two leadership tracks listed below:

• Site Coordinator Track

  • YSCs on this track are expected to commit their working hours to recess/PE coaching, after school program leadership, and office hours to complete administrative tasks for their Site Coordinator roles. You will be placed at multiple sites for the different programs you support and you will use public transportation to move around locations

    • 2 days of office hours (10am - 2pm)

    • 3 days of recess coaching (AM hours between 10am and 2pm)

    • 5 days of after school coaching as an Assistant / Site Coordinator (PM hours between 2:30 and 6:00pm)

• Head Coach Track

  • YSCs on this track are expected to commit their working hours to recess/PE coaching, after school sports coaching, enrichment classes (Art/Science), and specialized sports classes. YSCs on this track may have modified weekly schedules that require Saturday sports coaching. You will be placed at multiple sites for the different programs you support and you will use public transportation to move around locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx.

    • 1 day of office hours (10am - 2pm)

    • 3 days of recess coaching (AM hours between 10am and 2pm)

    • 5 days of after school coaching (PM hours between 2:30 and 6:00pm)

    • Saturday sports coaching at Sports Hubs (AM hours between 9am and 1pm)

      • Winter and Spring Seasons - 8 to 9 weeks each

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct Coaching and Program Support:

  • Leading age-appropriate sports lessons and group games for 15-20 children in school-based and after-school settings

  • Teach skills and enhance children’s knowledge of physical fitness, health education, rhythm and dance, as well as individual and team sports, through Kids in the Game curriculum

  • Provide appropriate safety instruction and conduct safety checks on equipment and field areas to insure the overall safety of all sports equipment and school spaces

  • Display patience and utilize positive behavior management skills to effectively manage children's behaviors and respond to their needs. 

• Site Coordinator Responsibilities:

  • Create the daily structure of the after school schedule based on groupings of 5-10 kids per group; assign coaches to lead activities with groups

  • Plan, organize, and host weekly/monthly special events for kids

  • Implement weekly / monthly program themes (e.g. Heart Healthy Challenge) using provided program design resources

  • Ensure that coaches come in prepared with lesson plan modifications that are inclusive, age-appropriate, and skill-based and have a clear understanding of the activities 

  • Become highly proficient in our student registration systems. Manage the student enrollment, payments, rosters, and attendance

  • Communicate with school personnel regarding facilities usage & permits

  • Communicate with families about student progress or concerns. Create newsletters to share with families about what is happening at program

  • Support in on going training with your coaching team and be a strong leader who leads by example. 

  • Provide regular feedback for coaches under your direct supervision and conduct formal staff evaluations twice per year; connect with the People & Culture team to recommend coaches for other programs 

  • Become proficient in using organizational platforms, e.g. Slack, Gmail, Asana, LeagueApps, Site Coordinator Hubs, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Calendar, employee portals, etc.

• Office and Departmental Work Responsibilities:

  • Communicate effectively and efficiently with direct managers and other leadership team members, in alignment with the organization’s core values and inclusive communication approach

  • Consistently use organization-wide communication channels and follow relevant policies (Slack, Email, Google Calendar, etc.)

  • Maintain an accurate work calendar, regularly update their calendar and schedule meetings, and use office time to meet with other leadership staff, including 1:1 check-ins with direct managers and coaches under your direct supervision

  • Complete all required virtual and in-person training for full time staff and coaches, including the annual Anti-Sexual Harassment training

  • Attend, contribute, and participate in routinely scheduled meetings and trainings with direct managers, the YSC cohort, Site Coordinator cohort, Program Management team, and other departments

  • Attend and participate in org-wide retreats, quarterly meetings (1-2 per year), and biweekly all-staff meetings

  • Participate in performance reviews twice per year, write peer reviews to offer feedback on other team members, and consistently seek to improve individual performance based on peer feedback and manager feedback

• Summer Camp Work Responsibilities:

  • Youth Sports Coordinators are expected to work at one of our summer camp locations, which operate for 7-8 weeks during the summer. Your summer camp position and location will be determined based on your year-round performance, technical skills, and level of commitment to supporting summer camp operations. YSCs are placed in positions that span between an Activity Specialist to an Assistant Director. If you are being considered for a more senior camp position, you will be expected to participate in an interview process to determine your eligibility.

    • Camp locations: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx (subject to change)

    • Time: seasonal, full-time camp hours (e.g. Monday - Friday, 7:45am - 4:15pm)

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

The Youth Sports Coordinator role offers a multifaceted and supportive entry-level experience that combines coaching, leadership development, and a clear career progression path, making it an attractive opportunity for individuals right out of college.

• Dynamic Skill Development: Cultivate versatile skills essential for professional growth, spanning site management, partner relation management,  effective communication, staff supervision and leadership, scheduling and activity development, cross department collaboration, both receiving and providing feedback, fostering the development of core, behavioral, functional, and managerial competencies

• Leadership Opportunities: Overseeing youth after-school and recess programs, fostering teamwork, and positively influencing students and staff, contributing to the development of confidence and essential management skills.

• Structured Career Pathway: We have a commitment to professional development by offering a clear upward mobility map, allowing individuals to engage in department-specific projects and progress to higher-level positions over several years.

• Supportive Environment: Our team emphasizes regular check-ins, training sessions, semi annual performance reviews and feedback opportunities to foster supportive collaboration and communication for professional growth.

• Comprehensive Training: Undergo training to gain proficiency in executing high-quality youth development programs, including systems training (Slack, GSuite, Asana, League Apps and more), empathetic leadership and mentorship training, effective project management training, specialized behavior management techniques for diverse age groups and much more

• Technological Proficiency: Gain proficiency in organizational platforms like Slack, Gmail, Asana, LeagueApps, and Google Suite, enhancing your ability to streamline communication, efficiently manage schedules, and contribute effectively to a collaborative work environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

The compensation package includes a salary to be paid over a biweekly pay schedule from January through August 2024 (8 months), and access to benefits and paid time off. The Youth Sports Coordinator position is renewable for a 12-month contract in September 2024.

• $23,000 - $28,000 salary for January - August 2024 

  • $1,300 to $1,600 bi-weekly salary

  • Salary determined by relevant work experience, education / degree level, demonstrated skills, certifications, etc

  • Annual bonuses + annual performance-based salary raises 

• Comprehensive benefits package (401K, commuter benefits, health insurance + HSA, wellness program)

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At Kids in the Game, you can expect to be welcomed into an engaging and spirited environment that emphasizes the importance of teamwork, open communication, and collaboratio...