[2026-2027] Recess Coach - East Harlem Elementary and Middle School in New York, New York at DREAM Charter School

DREAM is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as a Recess Coach at our elementary and middle schools. Candidates must understand and value DREAM’s comprehensive approach to youth development and inspire, lead, and motivate DREAM staff to drive outcomes that support youth in recognizing their potential and realizing their dreams. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to use their passion for athletics, health, and wellness in a way that will positively impact children and communities.

• Oversee a group of up to 18-20 youth during their recess time (grades K-8);

• Plan indoor and outdoor activities;

• Collaborate with team to facilitate various outdoor activities promoting moderate to vigorous physical activity;

• Model and encourage positive participation in recess activities;

• Model professionalism through consistent attendance, timeliness and preparation;

• Supervise and manage youth behavior at all times using positive youth development strategies, including tracking incidents, and coordinating with supervisor and other staff as needed to implement;

• Implement all health and safety protocols as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent required;

• Familiarity with a sport or physical activity as a participant or coach;

• Must be willing to work outdoors in cold or hot weather;

• Minimum of 1 year working with groups of 20 school-age children in a classroom, athletic, or other youth development setting;

• Strong understanding of the connection between athletics, health and wellness and other areas of a student’s life and wellbeing;

• Strong ability to communicate verbally and in writing with a variety of stakeholders, including students in grades K-8, school administrators, and staff;

• Experience with behavior management systems, including positive youth development, preferred;

• Training or coursework in physical education, preferred;

• Exhibits high energy, warmth, enthusiasm and patience in working with youth;

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting.

• Start date: August 10, 2026

• End date: June 17, 2027

• Days & hours: Monday-Thursday, 10:30am-1:30pm when school is in session

• Dates and hours are subject to change.

DREAM offers the following benefits to our part-time employees:

• 403(b) retirement plan, with employer matching up to 4% after one year of employment (12-month continuous period) in which you work a minimum of 1,000 hours;

• Disability benefits;

• Referral bonuses;

• Discounted school meals through our in-house Scratch Food Program;

• Access to our Employee Discount Program, offering savings on travel, entertainment, retail, and more;

• High-performing part-time staff have the opportunity to apply for the DREAM Teaching Fellowship, through which they can earn a Bachelors or Masters degree and become full-time teachers at DREAM.

DREAM offers competitive compensation commensurate with relevant experience with the potential for a seasonal increase. The rate for this position for incoming staff is between $17.50 and $18.00 per hour, which is based on youth-facing experience.