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Running Coach
Fall 2025 After School Running Coach
Bank Street School for Children (BSC) - Children's Programs
Start Date:Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Role:Running Coach (Part-Time)
Schedule:
Days: Weekly Tuesdays and Thursdays
September 9, 2025 – October 31, 2025, adhering to the BSC calendar
Practices: 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Games: Home games start at 3:30 PM and typically last for an hour and a half to 2 hours,ending at approximately 5:00 PM for home games and approximately 6:00 PM for away games. Game durations may vary depending on proximity to Bank Street.
Pay Rates:
Head Coach: $40 - $50 per hour
Assistant Coach: $25 - $30 per hour
Job Summary:
Bank Street School for Children (BSC) is seeking a Head Coach for our Upper School Running Clinic. We are looking for a dynamic individual who embodies our values of sportsmanship, integrity, and youth development. Under the supervision of the Auxiliary Programs team, the running coach will conduct weekly practices and coach games throughout the season. The ideal candidate will have experience coaching 5th – 8th grade students and an understanding of social and emotional learning.
Responsibilities:
- Create and submit practice plans.
- Conduct practices and coach games 2 to 3 days a week.
- Set up and clean up equipment and facilities before and after practices and games.
- Handle administrative responsibilities as necessary.
- Communicate weekly with families via email.
- Build relationships with students, faculty, and family members.
- Enforce BSC principles and values of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Supervise students and staff members throughout sports clinics.
- Be an effective communicator who can mentor students.
- Model professional leadership and encourage positive behavior by adhering to BSC rules and regulations.
- Implement appropriate safety measures to ensure the well-being of students.
- Oversee the dismissal of students after every practice.
- Candidates must possess or be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certification.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience playing or coaching running with youth athletes / school-age children.
- Availability to attend team practices and meetings from September to October.
- Preferred experience in youth sports and family engagement activities.
- Willingness to collaborate as part of a team and develop skills in working with individual children, small groups, and the whole class.
Career Type
Part-time
Hiring Period
Effective Immediately
Address
610 West 112th Street
New York, NY 10025Posted on
Aug 14, 2025
Start Date
Sep 9, 2025
Salary Range
$25 - $50
Salary Type
Hourly
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Trinity SchoolNOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY
Bank Street College of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, national origin, ethnic origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in its employment policies and other college-administered programs. In addition, Bank Street College of Education will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Freqently Asked Questions
A skilled Running Coach excels in youth engagement, understands social-emotional learning, and crafts tailored practice plans. Mastery in mentorship and safety protocols, plus experience with 5th-8th graders, sets them apart in guiding young athletes effectively in running clinics.
New York’s competitive youth sports scene offers Running Coaches exposure to diverse athletes and collaborative programs. This role fosters growth in leadership, program development, and community engagement, creating a strong foundation for advancing in athletic performance and coaching careers.
Besides leading practices and games, a Running Coach handles equipment setup and cleanup, administrative duties, ensures student safety, and communicates regularly with families. These responsibilities support smooth clinic operations and reinforce values like equity and sportsmanship.
First aid and CPR certifications are often required or highly recommended for Running Coaches in NYC, ensuring readiness to manage emergencies. This aligns with local regulations and school policies prioritizing student safety during athletic activities.
Nysais emphasizes mentoring youth through a values-driven approach, integrating social-emotional learning and equity principles. Their part-time role balances hands-on coaching with administrative communication, fostering a holistic development environment for young runners.
The position requires weekly updates to families and cultivates relationships among students, faculty, and parents. Nysais prioritizes inclusivity and leadership, ensuring the coach promotes equity and positive behavior within the broader school community.
Running Coaches in New York typically earn between $25 and $50 per hour, depending on experience and responsibilities. Part-time roles at institutions like Nysais offer competitive hourly rates reflecting the specialized skills needed for youth athletic coaching.
Commuting in Manhattan can be time-consuming, so coaches often plan sessions around peak transit hours. Proximity to public transport near 610 West 112th Street helps, but punctuality for 3:30 pm practices requires strategic route planning to maintain schedule consistency.
Fall is a peak season for youth running programs in NYC, with schools actively seeking qualified coaches. The demand is competitive, highlighting the value of candidates with coaching experience, certifications, and a strong commitment to youth development.
Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma or higher, experience coaching school-age athletes, and demonstrate teamwork and communication skills. Familiarity with social-emotional learning and willingness to engage in family-oriented programming enhance suitability for this role.
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