Job Details

We seek passionate & committed part-time Youth Volleyball, Soccer and Basketball Coaches in South San Francisco!

Make a positive difference in America's youth by coaching youth soccer 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 Soccer Coach with ANTS (America's Next Talented Stars), you'll lead or assist a weekly after-school soccer program at one of our South San Francisco communities. Our upcoming season runs from September 9th - December 2025 (must be available for the entire season). Time commitment is 6-8 hours per week, depending on how many classes you teach.

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. ANTS partner schools & communities are located across Oakland, Alameda, San Leandro, San Francisco, and Walnut Creek. Classes will run at community parks, tennis courts, and elementary schools. Join our team!

Coach Responsibilities

• Lead a fun & safe weekly soccer practice for kids ages 5-10
• Teach the FUNdamentals of flag football & soccer 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

Locations

ANTS partner schools & communities are located across South San Francisco and Daly City.

Schedule

Classes generally occur between 1:30 - 4:15 p.m. on Tues, Wed, Thursday on the same day each week for a week season. You must be available to coach in the afternoon on your program day (at least one day/week). Additional hours available through other programs as well.

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: $25-30/hourly