Education / Teaching Coach, Recreation & Leisure
Listed on 2026-01-17
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Education / Teaching
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Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Recreation & Leisure
Coach – Children’s Racquet Sports Programming (Ages 2–7)
Location
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Brooklyn
Type
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Part-Time
Start Date
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Winter/Spring 2026
About Us:
We are a Brooklyn-based startup introducing young children to Padel—the world’s fastest-growing racquet sport—through a fun, engaging, and developmentally appropriate program. Our mission is to help kids build confidence, coordination, and social skills through play-based movement and age-tailored instruction.
Position Overview:We are seeking passionate and talented coaches to lead weekday classes at our partner locations in Brooklyn. Coaches will also play a key role in shaping the program as we continue to refine the curriculum, scale, and develop partnerships with local clubs and schools.
Responsibilities:- Lead group classes and instructional sessions at Padel Palz locations
- Incorporate play-based and age-appropriate movement techniques into sports instruction
- Communicate with parents and club partners in a professional and enthusiastic manner
- Help build a positive and inclusive culture for children and families
- Minimum 3 years of experience working with nursery and early elementary-aged children (ages 2–7)
- Some background in racquet sports (padel, tennis, squash, etc.) as a player, coach, or recreational instructor
- Demonstrated experience organizing play-based physical or athletic activities for young children
- Energetic, patient, and highly dependable
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain before start date)
- Early childhood education background or certification
- Experience working in schools, camps, or youth sports programs
- Familiarity with the NYC preschool landscape or padel community is a plus
Above-market hourly compensation of $30-$60/hr depending on experience and availability. Significant growth opportunities as the program scales.
How to Apply:Send a cover email and resume to
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