Seasonal Head Coach - Build Leaders & Team Excellence

Making Waves Academy; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

Making Waves Academy in Richmond, CA seeks a Head Coach for a seasonal, part‑time role (roughly 15 hours/week) with afternoon/evening hours and occasional weekend games. On‑site location in Richmond, CA, with some away travel.

Responsibilities include designing practice plans, delivering feedback, adapting to learners, leading during games, and coordinating with JV and varsity staff. The position emphasizes leadership, sportsmanship, and academics, with a focus on developing student‑athletes

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 3+ years coaching experience or experience coaching community youth sports or prior participation in organized competitive athletics (HS level or above).
• CIF-approved coaching certificate and current First Aid & CPR/AED certification.
• Ability to lift/move equipment up to 40 lbs; stamina to move across gyms, turf, and fields.
• Pass Live Scan background check and TB screening.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute dynamic practice plans focused on fundamental skills, strategy, and conditioning.
• Provide clear, constructive feedback to unlock individual and team performance.
• Adapt coaching style to meet diverse learning styles and skill levels.
• Lead the team during games, modeling sportsmanship and positive behavior for players, officials, and fans.
• Supervise and align JV and assistant coaches with program goals.
• Partner with Athletic Director to manage league schedules, equipment, uniforms, and facility prep.
• Foster a supportive team culture rooted in respect, discipline, and academic achievement.

Skills

Coaching experience

First Aid & CPR

Physical ability

Background check clearance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CIF-approved coaching certificate

First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

Making Waves Academy in Richmond, CA seeks a Head Coach for a seasonal, part‑time role (roughly 15 hours/week) with afternoon/evening hours and occasional weekend games. On‑site location in Richmond, CA, with some away travel.

Responsibilities include designing practice plans, delivering feedback, adapting to learners, leading during games, and coordinating with JV and varsity staff. The position emphasizes leadership, sportsmanship, and academics, with a focus on developing student‑athletes