Youth Sports Coach (SEL) | Paid Training & Growth

Elevo Learning; Merced (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Supportive team

Job summary

Elevo is seeking an enthusiastic Elevo Coach in Merced, CA to lead K-8 students through structured, engaging sports activities using our curriculum. You will partner with school staff to maintain a welcoming program environment and ensure activities run on time.

This role emphasizes positive role modeling, confidence-building, and social-skills development for students. Candidates should have coaching or youth work experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage groups of up to 20.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching or working with youth in any setting (e.g., camps, youth programs, childcare).
• Able to be a positive role model and engage students effectively.
• Ability to manage group dynamics and up to 20 students.
• Able to run activities on time and adapt when plans shift.
• Eligible to work in the U.S.; pass Live Scan Background check and TB screening.

Responsibilities

• Lead K-8 students through structured, engaging activities and sports using Elevo’s curriculum.
• Manage group dynamics and support positive student behavior.
• Partner with school staff and fellow coaches to create a welcoming program environment.
• Show up consistently as a role model who helps students build confidence and social skills.

Skills

Coaching experience

Sports experience

Student engagement

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Elevo is seeking an enthusiastic Elevo Coach in Merced, CA to lead K-8 students through structured, engaging sports activities using our curriculum. You will partner with school staff to maintain a welcoming program environment and ensure activities run on time.

This role emphasizes positive role modeling, confidence-building, and social-skills development for students. Candidates should have coaching or youth work experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage groups of up to 20.