Track & Field Coach
Harlem Children's Zone
Track & Field Coach
Harlem Children's Zone
Breaks poverty cycle through on-the-ground programs
Harlem Children's Zone · Harlem, United States · Part-time · Posted 2026-10-23
Salary: USD 25–30
Workplace: on_site
Department: PA II Athletics
Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Track and Field Coach to join the Promise Academy After-School program.
The Track and Field Coach will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life.
The Promise Academy Afterschool program is an extension of Promise Academy day school. The program provides 500+ students in grades K-12 a safe, nurturing, and educational environment that fosters self-confidence and personal and social development. Students are exposed to a variety of fun-filled project-based learning, developmental, and high-caliber enrichment activities, which include arts enrichment (e.g., performing, culinary and visual arts), tutoring, homework help, and academic intervention support, as well as health/wellness and physical fitness education. Additionally, students are engaged in leadership development activities, including student government, character education, and conflict resolution, and participate in several team sports and recreation activities, including basketball, volleyball, and soccer.
We are seeking a part-time Track & Field Coach. The ideal candidate will develop a high-quality track and field/cross-country program for scholars and provide effective leadership.
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Minimum Qualifications
Who you are
• A demonstrated commitment to the mission and programs of HCZ
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Former track athlete/coach is ideal
• Keen knowledge of USATF and AAU regulations, policies, and procedures
• Highly effective at fostering a culture of great sportsmanship, respect for others, and self-discipline
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with scholars, parents, staff
• Robust attention to detail, and must have familiarity with logistics of track meets and events
• Knowledge and/or sensitivity to issues prevalent in underserved communities of color
What you'll do
• Create and expand the track and field/cross-country program
• Develop and administer effective practices to ultimately keep scholar-athletes engaged
• Organize off-season training, practices, and meets
• Monitor and report on student progress and performance both in the classroom and playing field
• Partner with administration and teachers to ensure scholar-athletes are in full compliance with the Athletic Department Code of Conduct
• Monitor, record, and file essential documents pertaining to scholars on the team (waiver form, permission form, health form, etc.)
• Develop positive relationships with scholars that promote wellness, social-emotional growth, respect, and increased self-esteem
• Bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone, an understanding and respect for the culture of all residents of Harlem
• Perform other duties as assigned
Schedule
The Track & Field Distance Coach must be available to work:
Fall/Spring
Summer
The position may also require attendance at administrative meetings, professional development sessions, athletic events, competitions, invitationals, championships, cross country meets, family engagement activities, and other organizational responsibilities outside of the standard work schedule.
As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families — and our staff — thrive.
Please take a look at our Part-Time benefits below.
Our exceptional Part-Time benefits include:
The salary range for this position is $25-$30 per hour. To be considered, interested applicants should apply directly through the posting. No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children's Zone and Promise Academy Charter Schools does not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship to ensure work authorization in the United States. Harlem Children’s Zone is an EOE.
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Breaks poverty cycle through on-the-ground programs
Harlem Children’s Zone coordinates a place-based set of programs across early childhood through adulthood in Harlem to help children and families thrive. It operates directly through schools, community centers, and outreach to deliver education, career pathways, health and wellness, and family supports. Programs are integrated, meaning services at different stages coordinate for each family, rather than one-off initiatives. This approach distinguishes HCZ from peers by offering a wraparound, long-term support system in a single community, focusing on mobility and prosperity rather than only schooling. The goal is to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty by creating opportunities in education, work, and life for residents of Harlem.
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