AmeriCorps Youth Sports Coach (Half‑Time)

About the role

Join Coach Across America as an AmeriCorps Coach to lead sports‑based youth development programs for elementary to high‑school students in New York City and Boston. You will receive training to become a certified Sports Based Youth Development Coach and help improve youth mental and physical well‑being.

Key responsibilities

• Assist PE teachers with class lessons and facilitate structured recess activities.
• Coach sports teams as head or assistant, developing skills appropriate to each student’s level.
• Work one‑on‑one and in small groups with identified students, using evidence‑based strategies to build social‑emotional skills.
• Implement behavior‑management systems and create safe, engaging play spaces.
• Collect surveys, roster information, and other data as directed by the Program Manager.

Required profile

• U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident, at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent (or working toward it).
• Reliable transportation and successful completion of background checks.
• Ability to perform all job requirements and attend required trainings and community service days.