About the Role Santa Monica Beach Volleyball Co. is looking for an experienced, personable volleyball coach to join our coaching team on a flexible, as-needed basis. You'll lead adult beach volleyball classes ranging from beginner through advanced levels, helping players build their skills while creating a fun, welcoming, and engaging experience on the sand. Our coaches are a big part of what makes the SMBV Co. experience special. We're looking for someone who not only knows how to coach volleyball, but genuinely enjoys working with people. Patience, approachability, and the ability to connect with different personalities are just as important as technical coaching ability. What You'll Do Lead beach volleyball classes for adult players across a range of skill levels Teach and refine fundamentals including serving, passing, setting, attacking, defense, positioning, and gameplay Adapt your coaching style, communication, drills, and pacing to different personalities, learning styles, and skill levels Provide clear, constructive, and encouraging individual feedback Create an environment where players feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and improving Keep classes fun, social, and engaging while providing high-quality instruction Show up reliably, on time, and prepared for each class About You Previous volleyball coaching or instructional experience required Strong beach and/or indoor volleyball playing background Personable, approachable, and genuinely enjoys interacting with people Patient and able to adapt your communication and coaching style to different personalities and abilities Comfortable coaching everyone from true beginners learning the fundamentals to experienced recreational players looking to improve Strong communicator who can explain concepts clearly and provide useful, encouraging feedback Dependable, punctual, and professional Nice to Have Beach volleyball coaching and/or playing experience Experience coaching adults or recreational players Experience coaching across multiple skill levels Schedule & Compensation Starting pay: $40/hour Approximately 1-5 hours per week , based on class coverage needs and coach availability Flexible, as-needed/substitute coaching schedule Classes are primarily held on weekday mornings/evenings and weekend mornings Potential for more consistent coaching hours over time What We Offer A flexible schedule that can work alongside school, another job, or your own training The opportunity to coach volleyball on the beach in Santa Monica A welcoming, growing community of adult players The opportunity to take on additional classes and responsibilities as our programming grows

Pay:

$40.00 per hour Expected hours: 1.0 - 5.0 per week

Work Location:

In person