Youth Sports Specialist Job at The Educational Alliance Inc. in New York

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.

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 Edgies staff to design and promote an inclusive teen center culture such as bullying prevention, student leadership, 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, 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.
• Designs drills, exercises and training sessions aimed at fostering and enhancing the development of new athletic skills in youth.
• 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 expectations, ensuring equal play time and safety of all participants.
• Maintain sports equipment.
• Provide other program support as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred and/or minimum two years' experience of coaching youth athletics
• CPR and First Aid notification preferred or willingness to obtain upon hire
• Previous experience working with teenagers in educational or recreational settings is highly desirable
• Ability to engage and manage groups of teens effectively
• Fundamental and developmental knowledge as it related to sports and recreations,
• Patience, empathy, and genuine interest in supporting teen development.
• Experience playing basketball on a professional or collegiate level.
• Ability to work cooperatively with all stakeholders including professional staff in other departments.

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 committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Educational Alliance takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Educational Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For further information about Educational Alliance, please visit https://edalliance.org.