Sports Coach

Elevo•Vallejo, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Elevo is hiring a Vallejo After School Cheer Coach to lead sports activities for students in grades 3–8. The coach plans and conducts practices, teaches sports skills, encourages teamwork and good sportsmanship, and prepares students for competitive games. The role also supports students’ social-emotional growth and well-being through mentorship, confidence-building, and positive communication. The coach communicates with parents, staff, and administration about schedules, games, and student progress, and maintains equipment and a safe, inclusive environment. The position is scheduled Tuesday through Friday from 2:45 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Mondays are not scheduled. Saturday tournament hours are expected. The stated hourly rate is $21. The program runs from November 15, 2026, through May 7, 2027. Cheer or dance experience and knowledge are required. Elevo provides paid training and support, career progression opportunities, and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

Cheer or dance experience and knowledge.
Experience coaching youth sports or working with students in an athletic capacity, preferably with grades 3–8.
Strong sports knowledge, specifically in soccer, basketball, and flag football.
Ability to provide positive mentorship and foster students’ social-emotional growth.
Effective communication and organizational skills.
Ability to collaborate with staff, parents, and administration.
Commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all students.
Eligible to work in the U.S. and able to pass a Live Scan background check and TB screening.
At least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
48 college credits required, or willingness to take an Instructional Aide Exam.

Nice To Haves

First Aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and conduct daily sports practices for students in grades 3–8.
Teach and reinforce fundamental sports skills and techniques in traditional and non-traditional sports.
Encourage teamwork, cooperation, and positive sportsmanship.
Prepare students for competitive games, emphasizing skill development, strategy, and rules.
Organize and oversee competitions, ensuring all students have an opportunity to participate.
Implement activities that promote social-emotional growth, including confidence-building and positive communication.
Monitor and support students’ well-being, providing guidance and mentorship on and off the field.
Communicate with parents, staff, and administration about practice schedules, game days, and student progress.
Maintain equipment and ensure a safe, inclusive environment for participants.