Youth Flag Football League Coach - Oakland - Fall 2026

• We seek passionate & committed part-time Youth Flag Football Coaches for K-5th grade students in Oakland for Fall 2026!
• Make a positive difference in America's youth by coaching girls and co-ed flag football!
• 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, as well as Saturday game days in Oakland from early October through mid November.
• 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!
• There is a possibility to coach other sports as well, including tennis, basketball, soccer, volleyball, pickleball, and more!
• Coach Responsibilities Lead a fun & safe weekly flag football class for kids ages 5-11 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 Participate in Saturday game days by coaching your team in matches against other schools.
• 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 2 hours.
• Saturday game days will be held between 9am-4pm on Saturdays in October & November - exact times TBD.

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).
• 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