Youth Multi-Sport Coach - Oakland - Fall 2026

ANTS Sports; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Competitive hourly pay

Ongoing support and training

Job summary

ANTS Sports is seeking passionate part-time Youth Sports Coaches in Oakland for after-school programs serving K-5th grade students. Coaches will lead sports classes such as flag football, basketball, and soccer from September to December 2026. No previous coaching experience is necessary, as training will be provided.

The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic, patient, and possess strong communication skills. Compensation is competitive at $25-$35 per hour, and there is ample opportunity for ongoing support and training in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation to coaching sites.
• Responsible and professional demeanor.
• Experience as a player or coach is valuable but optional.

Responsibilities

• Lead a fun and safe weekly sports class for kids ages 5-10.
• Teach the fundamentals of sports through cohesive lesson plans.
• Ensure a reliable program by being punctual each week.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Enthusiastic and fun

Patience in working with children

Job description

We seek passionate & committed part‑time Youth Sports Coaches for K‑5th grade students in Oakland for Fall 2026!

Make a positive difference in America’s youth by coaching youth sports after‑school programs. No previous coaching experience is required – we train all coaches.

Do you love working with youth, teaching sports and wellness, and helping others improve? As a Youth Sports Coach with ANTS (America's Next Talented Stars), you’ll lead weekly after‑school sports enrichment classes at one or more of our Oakland school communities. Our Fall after‑school classes run from September through December 2026 (must be available for the entire season). Time commitment is at least one day per week M‑F with two hour‑long back‑to‑back classes. There is also the potential for Saturday hours through flag football league games.

Sports include flag football, tennis, basketball, soccer, volleyball, pickleball, and more! We provide all necessary training, equipment, and support. Being an ANTS Coach is a great way to learn to coach sports while serving our community. Great coaches will be invited to return for the entire school year and even weekend/summer programs!

Coach Responsibilities

• Lead a fun & safe weekly sports class for kids ages 5‑10
• Teach the FUNdamentals of sports through a cohesive and game‑filled lesson plan. Training provided!
• Ensure a safe and reliable program by arriving on time each week on your program day for the entire season
• Attend an orientation training in person
• Interact positively with parents, teachers, and school staff
• Set up before and clean up after your program
• Transport all coaching equipment to/from class each week

Locations

This position will coach at one or more of our ANTS partner elementary schools in the Oakland and/or greater East Bay area. The ANTS Team will work with each coach to assign locations that work best for you.

Schedule

Weekday classes generally occur between 3‑6 p.m. on the same day each week for a 10 to 14‑week season. You must be available to coach in the afternoon on your program day (at least one day/week). Classes last for 1 to 1.5 hours. Some of our programs offer back‑to‑back classes for different age groups. If you participate in our third‑annual flag football league, you must be available for Saturday game days.

Requirements

Transportation: Coaches must have reliable transportation to their coaching sites. You may be required to bring equipment to & from class, so a vehicle is very helpful.

• Responsible & professional: Arrive on time to each practice and keep accurate attendance. Interact with parents and school staff positively.
• Communication: Have strong communication skills. You will communicate with ANTS, parents, and site staff through email and phone.
• Enthusiastic & fun: ANTS coaches are positive role models for our students. We expect that you share our deep beliefs in the larger themes we are promoting: sportsmanship, wellness, and positivity.
• Patience: Be a patient person who understands young children & their need to develop at their own pace.
• Experience: Experience as a player or coach (at least two years) is highly valuable, though optional.
• Background check: A successful candidate must pass a Federal and state Background Check and/or FBI Fingerprinting (Livescan) and test negative for TB test (within the last 4 years).

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule: ability to work for a few hours in the afternoon while maintaining school and other commitments.
• Competitive hourly pay
• Coach ongoing support and training
• Gain experience in early childhood sports education

Pay: $25‑35 hourly