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Bank Street

Running Coach

New York, NY · On-site

$40/hr

Running Coach (Part-Time) Schedule: Days : Weekly Tuesdays and Thursdays March 17, 2026 - May 28, 2026, adhering to the BSC calendar Practices : 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Games : Home track meets start at 3 ...

Bank Street

Running Coach

New York, NY · On-site

$40 - $50/hr

Running Coach (Part-Time) Schedule: Days : Weekly Tuesdays and Thursdays March 17, 2026 - May 28, 2026, adhering to the BSC calendar Practices : 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Games : Home track meets start at 3 ...

Bank Street

Running Coach

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$40/hr

After School Running Coach Start Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 Pay Rate: * Head Coach: $40 - $50 per hour * Assistant Coach: $25 - $30 per hour Schedule: * Fall season: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 ...

Bank Street

Running Coach

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$40 - $50/hr

After School Running Coach Start Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 Pay Rate: * Head Coach: $40 - $50 per hour * Assistant Coach: $25 - $30 per hour Schedule: * Fall season: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 ...

Carbon Performance

Run Coach

Nashville, TN · On-site

$45 - $65/hr

We're looking for passionate, energetic Run Coaches who are excited to build a thriving running community while delivering an exceptional coaching experience every single class. Position Summary The ...

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Hyrox Coach

Melbourne, FL · On-site

Coach Hyrox-style and hybrid training sessions, blending running with functional movements like sled pushes/pulls, farmer's carries, burpee broad jumps, wall balls, and rowing/skiing * Program and ...

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A Running Coach helps individuals improve their running technique, endurance, and overall performance. They create personalized training plans, provide motivation, and offer guidance on injury prevention, nutrition, and race strategies. Coaches work with runners of all levels, from beginners to competitive athletes, to help them achieve their goals efficiently and safely.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a running coach?

A Running Coach thrives with expertise in exercise physiology, training plan development, and injury prevention, often supported by certifications such as RRCA or USATF. Familiarity with heart rate monitors, GPS tracking systems, and coaching software like TrainingPeaks is advantageous. Outstanding communication, motivation, and empathy make a coach effective in supporting and inspiring athletes. These skills are vital to foster athlete performance, maintain safety, and build trust within the coaching relationship.

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Running Coaches often encounter challenges such as customizing training plans for athletes with varying goals and fitness levels, addressing injury risks, and maintaining athlete motivation during setbacks. To overcome these, coaches focus on continuous education, clear communication, and adapting programs based on athlete feedback and progress. Building strong relationships and staying updated with the latest sports science allows coaches to effectively support athletes through obstacles. Additionally, learning to balance group dynamics and individual attention is key to the success of group training sessions.

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Running Coach

Bank Street

New York, NY • On-site

$40/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Spring 2026 After School Running Coach

Bank Street School for Children (BSC) - Children's Programs

Start Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Role: Running Coach (Part-Time)

Schedule:

Days: Weekly Tuesdays and Thursdays

March 17, 2026 - May 28, 2026, adhering to the BSC calendar

Practices: 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Games: Home track meets start at 3:30 PM and typically last for an hour and a half to 2 hours, ending at approximately 5:00 PM for home track meets, and approximately 6:00 PM for away track meets. Game durations may vary depending on proximity to Bank Street.

Pay Rates: 

Head Coach: $40 - $50 per hour

Assistant Coach: $25 - $30 per hour

Job Summary: 

Bank Street School for Children (BSC) is seeking a Head Coach for our Upper School Running Clinic. We are looking for a dynamic individual who embodies our values of sportsmanship, integrity, and youth development. Under the supervision of the Auxiliary Programs team, the running coach will conduct weekly practices and coach games throughout the season. The ideal candidate will have experience coaching 5th - 8th grade students and an understanding of social and emotional learning.

Responsibilities:

  • Create and submit practice plans.
  • Conduct practices and coach games 2 to 3 days a week.
  • Set up and clean up equipment and facilities before and after practices and games.
  • Handle administrative responsibilities as necessary.
  • Communicate weekly with families via email.
  • Build relationships with students, faculty, and family members.
  • Enforce BSC principles and values of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Supervise students and staff members throughout sports clinics.
  • Be an effective communicator who can mentor students.
  • Model professional leadership and encourage positive behavior by adhering to BSC rules and regulations.
  • Implement appropriate safety measures to ensure the well-being of students.
  • Oversee the dismissal of students after every practice.
  • Candidates must possess or be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certification.

Qualifications:

  • High School diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Experience playing or coaching running with youth athletes / school-age children.
  • Availability to attend team practices and meetings from September to October.
  • Preferred experience in youth sports and family engagement activities.
  • Willingness to collaborate as part of a team and develop skills in working with individual children, small groups, and the whole class.
Bank Street is a leader in education, a pioneer in improving the quality of classroom practice, and a national advocate for children and their families. 
Since its beginnings in 1916, Bank Street has been at the forefront of understanding how children learn and grow. From early childhood centers and schools to hospitals and museums, Bank Street has built a national reputation on the simple fact that our graduates know how to do the work that is right for children.
At Bank Street's Graduate School of Education, students are trained in a model that combines the study of human development, learning theory, and sustained clinical placement to promote significant development as a teacher prior to graduation. Our children's programs-Bank Street School for Children, Family Center, Bank Street Head Start, and Liberty LEADS-foster children's development in the broadest sense by providing diverse opportunities for social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. The Bank Street Education Center disrupts inequity through system-level change to help design better educational experiences for both children and adults. The College further supports and influences positive outcomes for children every day through professional development programs, research projects, and other key efforts engaging educators, intermediary organizations, and government officials at the district, state, and federal levels.

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