After-School Intramural Coach

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ABOUT COMMONPOINT

At Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.

ABOUT THE ROLE

To continue advancing the impact we have across the communities we serve, Commonpoint is hiring a part-time After-School Intramural Coach to provide structured, engaging recreational programming for students in grades 9-12 at Martin Van Buren High School. The Coach will plan and facilitate inclusive intramural sports and fitness activities that promote teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership, healthy habits, and positive peer relationships.

This position is designed for a DOE staff member who understands the school community and can create a safe, welcoming after-school environment for students with a range of interests and athletic abilities. The Coach will collaborate with school and Commonpoint staff, maintain required program documentation, and support student participation and retention. This role reports to the designated Commonpoint Program Director or Site Director.

Across the agency, our part-time staff play a crucial role in driving our initiatives forward by supporting daily operations, program delivery, and organizational goals.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Agency Expectations

Carry out assigned duties accurately and efficiently while following established processes and completing required attendance, incident, and program documentation.

Use agency and school resources responsibly, safeguard equipment and materials, and support cost-effective program operations.

Work effectively with supervisors, school personnel, coworkers, and partners to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful environment.

Follow all Commonpoint and DOE safety protocols, policies, and procedures, and promptly report concerns, injuries, or incidents.

Role Expectations

Plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate intramural sports, fitness activities, skill building drills, games, and friendly competitions for students in grades 9-12.

Provide active supervision and maintain a physically and emotionally safe, inclusive environment for students of varied skill levels and abilities.

Teach and reinforce game rules, proper techniques, teamwork, sportsmanship, conflict resolution, leadership, and healthy competition.

Prepare activity plans; set up, inspect, distribute, and safely store equipment; and ensure spaces are left clean and organized.

Take accurate daily attendance, monitor student participation, support outreach and retention, and submit requested program records on time.

Respond appropriately to injuries, behavioral concerns, and emergencies in accordance with established school and agency procedures.

Collaborate with Commonpoint and school staff regarding scheduling, space use, student needs, special events, and program improvements.

Serve as a positive role model and build supportive relationships that encourage student voice, belonging, and consistent participation.

QUALIFICATIONS & KEY ATTRIBUTES:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Current DOE staff member in good standing at the assigned school.

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience coaching, teaching, mentoring, or facilitating recreational activities for high school students.

Knowledge of one or more team or individual sports, fitness activities, and age-appropriate coaching practices.

Ability to supervise groups, establish clear expectations, manage behavior positively, and engage students with varied skill levels.

Strong communication, organization, reliability, and collaborative problem-solving skills.

Ability to complete all required screenings, clearances, trainings, and documentation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

CPR, AED, and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification.

Prior experience coaching intramural, interscholastic, community-based, or youth-development programming.

Familiarity with DOE safety procedures, the school community, and inclusive/adaptive recreation practices.

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

Consistently arrives prepared, follows through on responsibilities, and meets expectations within established timelines.

Creates an encouraging environment grounded in respect, inclusion, student voice, and positive youth development.

Responds effectively to changing priorities, applies feedback, and adapts activities based on student needs and available space.

Demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism, integrity, and a strong commitment to student safety and well-being.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Commonpoint offers competitive compensation benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area. Rates are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position's scope, qualifications, and organizational impact. We believe in compensating staff fairly and consistently, ensuring that all compensation decisions align with our mission-driven commitment to equity and transparency.

To maintain fairness across the organization, offers are set according to established compensation bands and are not subject to negotiation.

WORKING CONDITIONS & JOB DETAILS

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in person in a high school gymnasium, fitness space, classroom, field, or other designated indoor or outdoor activity area.

The role may involve exposure to loud noise, crowds, sports equipment, and changing indoor or outdoor temperatures.

Must be able to remain active for extended periods and regularly stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, demonstrate physical activities, and move or lift equipment weighing up to 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must be available during scheduled after-school hours and, when program needs require, occasional evening events.

JOB DETAILS

Schedule: Part-time, after school; specific days and hours will be determined based on the school calendar and program needs.

Location: Martin Van Buren High School - 230-17 Hillside Avenue, Queens Village, NY, 11427

Non-Union position

In Person

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer.