Recess Sports Coach - San Francisco

ANTS Sports•San Francisco, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We seek passionate & committed part-time Recess Sports Coaches for TK-5th grade students in San Francisco for the 2026-27 School Year! Make a positive difference in America's youth by coaching sports and play during the school day. No previous coaching experience is required - we train all coaches. Do you love working with youth, teaching sports and wellness, and helping others improve? As a Recess Sports Coach with ANTS (America's Next Talented Stars), you'll lead safe, inclusive, high-energy recess play at one of our San Francisco school communities as part of a elementary school recess program. You'll work alongside a small team of ANTS coaches under an on-site Site Lead, running games, teaching skills, and helping every kid find something to play. Recess programming runs during the school day, and you must be available on your assigned program days for the full school year. Sports and games include flag football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, pickleball, playground games, and more! We provide all necessary training, equipment, and support. Being an ANTS Coach is a great way to learn to coach sports while serving our community. Great coaches will be invited to add after-school, weekend, and summer programs!

Requirements

Must be available on assigned program days for the full school year
Must be available midday on assigned program days
Must be committed to a consistent, high-quality experience for students and school partners
Reliable transportation to coaching sites
A vehicle is very helpful for bringing equipment to & from class
Responsible & professional: Arrive on time to each practice and keep accurate attendance. Interact with parents and school staff positively.
Strong communication skills. You will communicate with ANTS, parents, and site staff through email and phone.
Enthusiastic & fun: ANTS coaches are positive role models for our students. We expect that you share our deep beliefs in the larger themes we are promoting: sportsmanship, wellness, and positivity.
Patience: Be a patient person who understands young children & their need to develop at their own pace.
A successful candidate must pass a Federal and state Background Check and/or FBI Fingerprinting (Livescan) and test negative for TB test (within the last 4 years).

Nice To Haves

No previous coaching experience is required - we train all coaches.
Experience as a player or coach (at least two years) is highly valuable, though optional.

Responsibilities

Lead fun, safe, and inclusive recess play for kids ages 4-10
Teach the FUNdamentals of sports through quick-start games that get every kid moving. Training provided!
Ensure a safe and reliable program by arriving on time on each of your program days for the entire school year
Attend an orientation training in person
Join the pre-session coach huddle and follow the day's recess plan
Interact positively with students, teachers, yard staff, and school administrators
Set up before and clean up after each recess block