Strength and Conditioning Coach

The Strength and Conditioning 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.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• At least two years of coaching experience.
• Must hold certifications such as CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) from the NSCA, SCCC from the CSCCa, or USA Weightlifting Level 1.

What you’ll do:

• Work with sports medicine staff to rehabilitate and strengthen injured athletes.
• Provide guidance on proper nutrition, conditioning, resistance training, mobility, and recovery.
• Track athlete attendance and progress, and conduct annual needs-analysis for each sport team.
• Oversee training sessions to ensure exercises are performed correctly and safely.
• Communicate and work effectively with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Monitor and report on student progress and performance both in the classroom and the court.
• Collaborate and consult with staff on student performance in various athletic activities and schoolwork.
• Maintain ongoing communication with Athletics Program Director.
• Develop positive relationships with students that promotes wellness, growth, respect, and self-esteem.
• Act as a positive role model for students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.