Recess Program Site Lead & Youth Sports Coach - Oakland - 26-27 School Year

ANTS Sports • Oakland, CA

2d • $30 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

Make a difference in your community through play! ANTS (America’s Next Talented Stars) is seeking a passionate, proactive, and professional Recess Program Site Lead for a new recess partnership in Oakland for the 2026-27 School Year. This is a leadership role for a skilled coach who can confidently run daily recess programming, lead a small team of coaches, and be the face of ANTS to our school partners. This job also has the opportunity for after school youth sports coaching hours (typically between 3-6pm). Should you work both roles weekly, this job has the opportunity to work up to ~30 hours per week. ANTS Sports is a Bay Area-based youth sports organization focused on building confidence, wellness, and joy through multi-sport instruction for kids in grades K–5. We lead programs at schools and parks across the Bay Area, partnering with public and private institutions to bring high-energy, inclusive sports programming into school days and after-school time. If you are a coach or educator with strong leadership skills and experience working with children—and you’re ready to step up as a site leader—we want to hear from you!

Requirements

• Previous experience working with youth (K–5), preferably in a coaching or education setting.
• Proven ability to lead a team, communicate clearly, and maintain professionalism on-site.
• Confidence in planning and adapting the youth sports curriculum.
• Ability to build rapport with school administrators and represent ANTS with pride.
• Excellent punctuality, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Must pass a state and federal background check (LiveScan).
• Must test negative for TB (within the past 4 years).
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be available for the full program schedule listed above.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site leader for school recess programming, ensuring a safe, fun, and organized experience for students and coaches.
• Oversee daily operations, support the coaching team, and act as ANTS' primary representative at the assigned school site.
• Coordinate daily communication with the coaching team.
• Develop and share recess plans.
• Lead pre-session coach huddles.
• Maintain positive relationships with school staff.
• Ensure recess activities are safe, inclusive, and age-appropriate.
• Support coaches throughout the session and address any behavioral, safety, or operational concerns.
• Create a positive experience for students, coaches, and school partners while upholding ANTS' standards and procedures.
• Lead weekly after-school sports enrichment classes at one or more Oakland school communities.
• Be available for Saturday hours through flag football league games if applicable.

Benefits

• Be a leader: Take the next step in your coaching career with real leadership experience
• Supportive community: Work with a passionate team of coaches and staff
• Room to grow: Additional coaching hours and leadership opportunities available year-round
• Competitive pay: $30-$35/hour based on experience
• Mission-driven work: Build confidence, sportsmanship, and joy in the next generation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed