Run Coach

About the Position

NYRR Run for the Future is a free program that introduces young women in high school to running. The program starts in the summer when participants train to run their first 5K together, creating connections that last beyond the program. They can also be part of a strong alumnae network while they continue their year-round running journeys. The Coach works with the Lead Coach and NYRR Run for the Future program staff to implement our curriculum and physical activity training program that will help all participants complete a 5K race at the end of the season.

The Coach supports all efforts to foster a safe and inclusive environment and create strong team cohesion. Beyond the summer season, the coach may be requested to support our alumni at races and special events.

• Attendance at participant orientation, staff meetings and training sessions in weeks leading up to the season start, weekly coach's meetings and post-season recaps are required.
• Summer 2026:
  • Program Orientation:
    Saturday, June 13, 2026
  • In-person sessions in Central Park:
    June 29 - Aug 8, 2026, meeting three times a week - Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
  • Session #1 - 8:00am - 10:00am or
  • Session #2 - 9:00am - 11:00am
  • Celebration 5K:
    Saturday, August 8, 2026
• Support the Lead Coach and Director, Community Programs to implement a developmentally appropriate and engaging training plan, with input and review from the NYRR team, that will provide the participants with the skills and lifelong habits needed to incorporate running into their daily lives.
• Communicate frequently with the program team. Respond to all correspondence promptly and reply to all requests by the specified deadline.
• Encourage and support dialogue on the importance of self-care, goal setting, determination, and self-confidence as they apply to both running and the participants' lives.
• Welcome and include program volunteers, donors, workshop presenters, and invited guests of NYRR at practices.
• Ensure that participants are engaging in a safe and positive training environment.
• Foster participants' enjoyment of the sport and athletics in general.
• Support ongoing RFTF-related events and activities as requested and complete all staff training.
• Perform other tasks as needed.

Experience:

• 1+ year of prior coaching experience, in any sport (coaching experience in running is preferred)
• Experience in running at any level
• Experience working with high school girls is preferred

Education:

• First Aid and CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain certification through NYRR sponsored training)
• Safe Sport and NYS Mandated Reporter training
• Knowledge of Physical Literacy (or willingness to attend online or in-person workshops through NYRR sponsored training).
• Willingness to implement and enforce safety protocols as required

Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to coach and implement training plans for novice youth runners.
• Punctuality and dependability;
  Attendance at all team events is required.
• Ability to simultaneously coach and run a 5K without stopping (at any pace).
• Ability to facilitate games and team bonding activities to create a strong team environment.
• Ability to motivate and encourage new runners.
• Ability to implement effective conflict resolution as needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work occasional weekends or evenings, and commit to schedule outlined above
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Salary: $30.00/hour

New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer