Youth Volleyball Coach - Oakland - Winter/Spring 2027

ANTS Sports • San Leandro, CA

1d • $25 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

ANTS (America's Next Talented Stars) is hiring part-time Youth Volleyball Coaches to lead after-school sports enrichment classes for K–5th grade students at partner elementary schools in Oakland and the greater East Bay. The Winter/Spring 2027 season runs from January through May, and coaches must be available for the full season. Coaches lead weekly practices for children ages 5–10, using a cohesive, game-filled lesson plan to teach sports fundamentals. Training, equipment, and ongoing support are provided; prior coaching experience is not required. The role generally requires 2–15 hours per week, depending on the number of classes assigned. Classes usually take place between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on the same weekday, with each class lasting 1–1.5 hours over a 10–14-week season. Coaches may teach back-to-back classes for different age groups. Locations are assigned in coordination with the ANTS Team. Reliable transportation is required, and a vehicle is helpful for transporting equipment. Candidates must pass the required background check and have a negative TB test within the last four years. Pay is $25–$35 per hour.

Requirements

• Availability for the entire January–May 2027 season.
• Availability to coach in the afternoon on at least one day per week.
• Reliable transportation to coaching sites.
• Strong communication skills.
• A positive, professional, and patient approach to working with young children.
• Ability to pass a federal and state background check and/or FBI fingerprinting (Livescan).
• A negative TB test within the last four years.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of experience as a player or coach; this is valuable but optional.
• A vehicle, which is helpful for transporting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a fun and safe weekly sports practice for children ages 5–10.
• Teach sports fundamentals through a cohesive, game-filled lesson plan.
• Arrive on time each week and provide reliable coaching throughout the entire season.
• Attend an in-person orientation training.
• Interact positively with parents, teachers, and school staff.
• Set up before and clean up after each program.
• Transport sports coaching equipment to and from class each week.
• Keep accurate attendance.
• Communicate with ANTS, parents, and site staff by email and phone.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $25–$35.
• Ongoing coach support and training.
• Experience in early childhood sports education.
• Opportunity for strong coaches to return for the full school year and summer or weekend programs.
• Training, equipment, and support provided.

What This Job Offers

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