What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Sports Coach – Soccer & Basketball (After-School Programs) position at Avanti Athletics?
If you love working with kids and want afternoon work that actually goes somewhere, this is it. Avanti Athletics is hiring passionate coaches and mentors to run after-school soccer and basketball programs for elementary-age kids across Montgomery County, MD, and Prince William County, VA.
We currently run programs at 25 schools, which means there is very likely a site near you! For the past 12 years, we've helped hundreds of students grow stronger, more confident, and more disciplined through sports and character development—and we want you to help us shape the next generation.
Compensation & Perks
- Excellent Pay: $55 per session starting
- Paid Prep Time: Coaches are paid for 1.5 hours of time for every 1-hour practice to ensure you are fully compensated for your preparation.
- Paid Training: All coaches are paid per session during the initial training period.
- Career Growth: We offer growing pay and a real path to lead. We provide ongoing resources, reps, and high-level support to help you develop your coaching skills and advance.
- Convenience & Flexibility: With 25 local school partnerships, we can place you at a site close to home or work. Working days are flexible.
Who We Are Looking For
You will be a perfect fit for this role if you:
- Can confidently teach the fundamentals of soccer and basketball.
- Genuinely enjoy working with kids and want to develop their intrinsic motivation for physical activity.
- Are clear and focused on why you want to coach, and see Avanti as a stepping stone to achieving your personal and professional goals.
- Take a professional, disciplined approach to coaching, teaching, and learning.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Availability: Must be available between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM for 1.5 hours, at least three days per week.
- Experience: Prior coaching or experience working with elementary-age children is highly preferred, but not strictly required.
- Transportation: Must have a reliable vehicle or dependable method of transportation to commute to local school sites.
- Screening: Upon hire, selected candidates must pass a standard background check and complete our training program.
A Day in the Life (Sample Schedule)
- 3:05 PM: Arrive at the school, check-in, and set up equipment.
- 3:20 PM: Students arrive and get ready.
- 3:30 PM: Run your engaging, high-energy session!
- 4:30 PM: Session ends. Oversee dismissal and parent pickup.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today! For more information about our mission and programs, visit us at avantiathletics.com.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- This role requires being available between 3:00–5:00 PM on at least 3 weekdays. Can you commit to that?
- Do you have a reliable way to get to school sites in Montgomery County? Let us know if there are particular cities in the county that you can travel to.
- Can you share your prior experience working with students or children in a teaching, coaching, or mentoring role?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55