CALEX SPORTS INC
Location
Portola Valley, California
Salary
$50 - $65 / HOUR
Lead beginner-friendly pickleball and tennis sessions for elementary school students using provided lesson plans. Manage class sizes of 8-16 students while maintaining a positive environment and handling administrative tasks like attendance.
Candidates must be at least 19 years old with a high school diploma and valid US work authorization. Requirements include reliable transportation, a clean background check (Live Scan/TB test), and a passion for working with children.
Market context
California schools and youth programs are expanding activity options, so elementary sports coaches with classroom-safe supervision skills can see steady interest. This role is competitive because it combines coaching, child-safety screening, and reliable transportation, plus the ability to work with young students in a structured setting. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits carefully, then confirm your background check, TB test, and work authorization are ready before applying.
We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join our team as Pickleball Coaches for both our Summer Camp Program and After School Program. During the summer months (June–August), coaches will lead fun and engaging pickleball sessions through our camps. Beginning in September, our After School Program resumes and continues throughout the school year.
You’ll teach beginner-friendly Pickleball/Tennis sessions for elementary school students (Grades K–5) at various school sites around the Bay Area. Our programs focus on creating a fun, active, and supportive environment for young beginners.
For the After School Program, coaches typically teach one class per day (about one hour), with a possible additional 30 minutes of pre-care. All equipment is provided by us.
Teach Pickleball classes for students ages 5–10 using provided lesson plans. Manage class size (8–16 students) and maintain a positive environment. Attend a 2-day training or shadowing session before starting. Equipment (provided by the company). Take attendance, manage student sign-ins, and interact with parents/school staff. Capture a few class photos for documentation.
Must be at least 19 years old. Teaching or playing experience in Pickleball is preferred but not mandatory. USPTA/PTR certification is a plus. Enjoy working with kids; patient, enthusiastic, and reliable. Good communication and class management skills. Must have reliable transportation. Must have valid work permit to work in USA Must be fully vaccinated and willing to undergo a TB test and Live Scan background check before starting work. Must complete sending photo and short biography to upload in our website and introduce your experience in sports. Programs are offered at multiple schools across the Bay Area. Candidates must currently live locally and be available for in-person work.
We do have other Programs like Yoga, Soccer, PE, Tennis, Volleyball, Basketball, and Dance. You’re welcome to apply to any of these as well.
Applicants must already be eligible to work in the U.S. (Visa sponsorship is not provided). If you’re passionate about sports and love working with kids, please contact us at +1 (510) 491-3007 to learn more.
Join us in making tennis fun and accessible for children across the Bay Area!
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Salary benchmark
$80,522 avg / yr
Typical range: $49,525–$104,000 based on 300 active listings in California