We're Hiring Coaches!

 

Location: Williamsburg & Greenpoint, Brooklyn

Type: Part-Time to Full-Time (with growth potential)

Start Date: Summer/Fall 2025

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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 a culturally rich play-based sport.

Position Overview:

 

We are seeking passionate and experienced coaches to help design and deliver our early childhood racquet sports curriculum. Coaches will play a foundational role in shaping the program and leading sessions across a network of padel clubs and preschool partners throughout the city.

Responsibilities:

 

• Collaborate with the founding team to develop and refine racquet sports programming for children aged 2.5 to 7

• Lead group classes and instructional sessions at various NYC locations

• Incorporate play-based and age-appropriate movement techniques into sports instruction

• Communicate with parents, school staff, and club partners in a professional and enthusiastic manner

• Help build a positive and inclusive culture for children and families

Requirements:

 

• Minimum 3 years of experience working with nursery and early elementary-aged children (ages 2–7)

• 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)

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Preferred Qualifications:

 

• 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

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Compensation:

 

Above-market hourly compensation of $50-$80/hr depending on experience and availability. Significant growth opportunities as the program scales.

How to Apply:

Send your resume to info@playpadelpalz.com