Step Coach - Part Time

We are seeking an experienced step coach to guide a team at Rochester Prep High School for the
25-26 school year. On our students paths to and through college nationally
recognized competitive programs provide an edge for college admissions but also for
college persistence. The coach will be responsible for all aspects of competition
including identifying tournaments registration tryouts motivating and preparing
students and keeping school leaders informed of progress. The coaching role is part-
time and will report to the Student Talent Manager.

Responsibilities:
Preparation & Practice Time: Up to 6 hours a week

• Up to 2 hours per week preparing for Projects competitions and after school practices.
• Long-term coaching during Projects: Meet with students Tuesdays and Thursdays 1 hour each day from August to June.
• On average at least 6 hours of practice outside of school hours weekly working directly with students to prepare for competition
• Internal employees who also serve as coaches are responsible for the preparation and communication about any absences caused by team tournaments during their standard work hours

Competitions: at least 4-6 weekend tournaments or performances over a 6-month period

• Research and identify appropriate competitions and tournaments.
• Sign up for competitions in partnership with the school-based Student Talent Manager.
• Coach and travel with students to at least all competitions
• Ideally at least one competition should be recognized on a national level. These competitions should have regional/district qualifiers that can lead to competing on the national scale.
• Chaperone students to at least 2 regional/local competitions that take place ahead of the national competition and can serve as preparation.

Family Communication

• Because of the significant time required for after-school practices school-based Student Talent Managers and coaches identify team members and confirm commitment via signed parent permission form indicating after-school commitment
• In partnership with the school-based Student Talent Manager establish a family communication protocol to update families about competition after school practices and any other time outside of school that students will be doing club-related activities.

Additional Information :

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health wellness and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Compensation

Coaches will receive an annual stipend of $3000-$6000 based on experience and contracted
hours per week paid semi-monthly.

If at any point during the year you stop performing these responsibilities before they are fully
completed for any reason your stipend will be adjusted in accordance.

At Uncommon we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students staff and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation please email
 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time