Youth Sports Coach - After-School
About The Position
Brains & Motion Education (BAM!) provides enrichment programs at local schools and communities, including STEM, Arts, and Sports. As an After-School Sports Coach, you will guide elementary and middle school students through the fundamentals of soccer, flag football, and basketball. You will foster teamwork, movement, discipline, sportsmanship, confidence, athletic skill, and personal growth in a supportive, high-energy environment. The role implements BAM! Sports curriculums and maintains a safe, organized, inclusive, and positive setting for K–8 students during after-school hours. This part-time, seasonal position is located in Newport Mesa, California. The program runs from September 7, 2026, through December 4, 2026, with scheduled availability between Tuesday and Friday, 1:00 PM and 4:30 PM. Pay is $32.00 per hour.
Requirements
- 1–2 years of personal or instructional experience in at least one core sport: soccer, flag football, or basketball.
- At least two years of college coursework (48 semester units), an associate’s degree or higher, or a passing score on a local assessment meeting ESSA requirements.
- Strong classroom and behavior management skills suitable for K–8 students.
- Reliable transportation and a valid Driver’s License or State ID.
- Ability to pass a standard background check.
- Ability to demonstrate athletic movements and occasionally lift or carry equipment weighing 20–50 lbs.
- Consistent availability during required program hours, Tuesday to Friday, 1:00 PM–4:30 PM.
Nice To Haves
- Prior coaching, teaching, or camp counselor experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead engaging, high-energy soccer, flag football, and basketball sessions that encourage sportsmanship, teamwork, and active participation.
- Teach sport fundamentals, including footwork, dribbling, passing, shooting, and play execution, adapting instruction for beginner through intermediate skill levels.
- Manage classes and groups of K–8 students, maintaining a safe, organized, and positive environment.
- Implement BAM! Sports curriculums and ensure sessions are age-appropriate, inclusive, and fun.
- Mentor youth and help students develop confidence and athletic skills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
