Youth Coach - HuddleUp

HuddleUP Football is looking for energetic, dependable, and positive coaches who genuinely enjoy working with children!

Are you a college student, teacher, athlete, coach, daycare professional, or simply someone who loves helping kids learn and grow?

You may be a great fit for HuddleUP.

HuddleUP is a social-skill-based flag football program for children ages 2–12. Our coaches lead fun, age-appropriate football activities while helping children develop important skills such as teamwork, communication, confidence, listening, cooperation, and sportsmanship.

You do NOT need to be a football expert. We provide training and a structured curriculum.

What You'll Do

As a HuddleUP Coach, you will:

Lead fun, structured flag football lessons for children ages 2–12

Work with small groups of approximately 5–10 children

Teach basic football skills through games and activities

Encourage teamwork, communication, confidence, and positive social interaction

Create a fun, safe, and welcoming environment for every child

Follow HuddleUP's curriculum and coaching expectations

Communicate professionally with parents, teachers, daycare staff, and HuddleUP leadership

Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to engage with children

What We're Looking For

We are looking for people who are:

Energetic and enthusiastic

Patient and comfortable working with young children

Dependable and responsible

Positive and encouraging

Comfortable leading a small group

Able to communicate clearly with children and adults

Professional and respectful

Willing to learn and follow a structured curriculum

Comfortable being active and participating in outdoor activities

Able to reliably travel to assigned program locations

Experience With Children Is a Plus — But Not Everything

Experience in any of the following is helpful:

Youth coaching

Daycare or childcare

Teaching

Camp counseling

After-school programs

Volunteer work with children

Sports

Education or child development

Recreation

Leadership

We are also interested in college students and strong candidates who may not have traditional childcare experience but demonstrate excellent leadership, responsibility, and enthusiasm for working with children.

Why HuddleUP?

HuddleUP isn't just about teaching football.

We believe sports can help children learn how to:

Communicate.
Cooperate.
Take turns.
Build confidence.
Handle challenges.
Be part of a team.

You'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on children while gaining valuable experience in leadership, coaching, communication, and child development.

Compensation

$20–$30 per hour, depending on experience and role.

Part-time opportunities are available, with schedules varying based on program locations and enrollment.

This position can be a great fit for:

College students

Education majors

Former or current athletes

Teachers and teaching assistants

Youth coaches

Childcare professionals

Camp counselors

Anyone looking for meaningful part-time work with children

What Makes a Great HuddleUP Coach?

You don't have to be the best football player.

You need to be the person who can walk onto a field and make a child feel:

"I'm safe here."
"I can do this."
"I'm part of the team."

If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply Today

When applying, please tell us why you enjoy working with children and why you think you'd be a great HuddleUP Coach.

Selected applicants will be invited to an interview and may be asked to participate in a brief coaching demonstration.

HuddleUP Football is committed to providing a safe, positive, and encouraging environment for every child we serve.