Part-Time Youth Sports Coach & Mentor

Oakwood School; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakwood School is seeking a motivated Walk-On Coach to support middle and/or high school student-athletes. This part-time position involves assisting with practices, teaching fundamentals, and promoting a positive team culture.

The role emphasizes mentoring, communication with families and staff, and adherence to safety and school policies. Experience with youth athletics is preferred, CPR/First Aid may be required.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching, playing, teaching, or mentoring experience preferred.
• Dependable, energetic, encouraging and team oriented.
• Experience working with middle school and/or high school athletes is a plus.
• CPR/First Aid and required coaching certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and conducting practices, drills, workouts, and team activities.
• Teach sport-specific fundamentals, techniques, strategies, and rules.
• Provide positive, constructive, and age-appropriate coaching and feedback.
• Help develop athletes of varying ages, experience levels, and abilities.
• Assist with game and competition preparation, scouting, and coaching responsibilities.
• Support athlete development from middle school through high school levels.
• Promote teamwork, discipline, accountability, sportsmanship, and confidence.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor for student-athletes.
• Communicate professionally with athletes, parents/guardians, coaches, and administrators.
• Assist with equipment, facilities, and other program responsibilities.
• Follow all applicable school, league, organizational, and youth-safety policies.

Skills

Coaching experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Youth mentoring

Job description

Oakwood School is seeking a motivated Walk-On Coach to support middle and/or high school student-athletes. This part-time position involves assisting with practices, teaching fundamentals, and promoting a positive team culture.

The role emphasizes mentoring, communication with families and staff, and adherence to safety and school policies. Experience with youth athletics is preferred, CPR/First Aid may be required.