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Summer League Tennis Coach

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

The Summer League Tennis Coach creates a positive and inclusive environment for players of all ages and abilities, supports the overall growth of the tennis program, and contributes to the mission of ...

Red Bull

2026 Internship, Fall - RDS Operations

Harrison, NJ · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Showcase team preparation, and summer league scheduling * Regional Select team tournament preparation and scheduling * Residential and day camp operations and planning * Kit and equipment inventory ...

Red Bull

2026 Internship, Fall - RDS Operations

Harrison, NJ · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Showcase team preparation, and summer league scheduling * Regional Select team tournament preparation and scheduling * Residential and day camp operations and planning * Kit and equipment inventory ...

SAN ANTONIO WAVE

Age Group Swim Coach

Castle Hills, TX · On-site

$12 - $20/hr

Coaching experience (club, summer league, high school) * Swim Lesson teaching experience * Competitive swim experience Compensation: * Typical starting ranges $11 - 16+ per hour (depending on ...

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How much do summer league jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer league in the United States is $15.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer league?

A Summer League is an organized sports competition that takes place during the summer months, typically involving amateur or semi-professional teams and players. These leagues are common in sports like basketball, baseball, and soccer, providing athletes with opportunities to develop their skills, gain exposure, and stay in competitive shape during the offseason. Summer Leagues can be affiliated with professional organizations or be community-based, and they often feature a mix of young talent and experienced players. They are also popular scouting grounds for coaches and recruiters looking for emerging talent.

What types of responsibilities can I expect if I join a summer league staff position?

Staff roles in a Summer League typically involve a mix of event coordination, participant management, and logistical support. You may be responsible for tasks such as scheduling games, maintaining equipment, assisting with scorekeeping, and ensuring the safety and enjoyment of players. Collaboration is frequent, as you'll work closely with coaches, referees, and other staff to keep events running smoothly. These positions are fast-paced and offer valuable experience in teamwork, communication, and sports management, which can support future opportunities in recreation or event planning.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer league coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer League Coach, you need a solid understanding of your sport, experience in coaching or organizing youth teams, and often relevant certifications such as CPR/First Aid or coaching credentials. Familiarity with scheduling software, team management apps, and basic scorekeeping tools is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and motivational skills help coaches positively influence young athletes and foster teamwork. These skills ensure a safe, organized, and enjoyable environment that promotes skill development and good sportsmanship.

What is the difference between Summer League vs Basketball Coach?

AspectSummer LeagueBasketball Coach
Primary RoleOrganizing and participating in short-term basketball competitions during summerTraining, developing, and managing basketball players or teams
Work EnvironmentTemporary, event-based settings, often in sports facilities or gymsLong-term, ongoing roles in schools, clubs, or sports organizations
Required CredentialsNone typically required; experience in basketball preferredCoaching certifications, experience, and sometimes coaching licenses
Industry UsageCommon in sports leagues, youth programs, and amateur competitionsWidely used in schools, colleges, professional teams, and sports clubs

Summer League roles focus on short-term basketball competitions, often involving players and organizers, while basketball coaches are responsible for training and managing teams over a longer period. Both roles are integral to the sport but differ in scope, duration, and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Summer League job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 26% Full Time, 64% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 7% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,041 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

2026 YBA Summer League Site Coordinator (Part Time Limited Term)

Washington Nationals

Washington, DC • On-site

$20 - $32/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

The Summer League Site Coordinator is responsible for implementing daily summer league logistics and acting as lead coach for summer league activities. Summer League Site Coordinators are responsible for tracking daily attendance and leading occasional one-one-one coaching sessions designed to develop assistant coaches as baseball instructors, youth development specialists, and community leaders.
Washington Nationals Youth Baseball Academy Summer League Site Coordinators commit to supporting the youth baseball and character development initiatives of the Nationals Youth Baseball Academy. The Academy's summer instructional league will immerse underserved youth in The Academy Way - a positive culture of teamwork, effort, continual learning, and a love of baseball.
This is a part time, limited term position from June 6th to July 31st, 2026, working an average of 34 hours per week.
Summer Programming Schedule:
  • First Day: June 6, 2026
  • Mandatory Training: Week of June 15
  • Programming: June 22 - July 30
  • Typical Programming Hours: Monday - Thursday 5-8pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Warmly welcome and greet participants and their families.
  • Assist in the distribution of snack before programming begins and dinner at the conclusion of each session.
  • Take a lead role in implementing baseball/softball instruction and lead Team Time.
  • Maintain supplies for baseball/softball-and other physical activities.
  • Manage all volunteer coaches at their site.
  • Lead measurement and evaluation efforts at each site.
  • Ensure Summer League character development curriculum is being followed and administered.
  • Implement tailored baseball instruction to young Scholar Athletes.
  • Help Scholar-Athletes develop baseball skills learned on the diamond into life lessons that can help them succeed in the classroom and their community.
  • Tracking daily attendance.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
  • High school diploma.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in coaching youth sports.
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in youth development preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities necessary to perform essential functions
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrate the ability to be prepared and organized for every event day.

  • Knowledge of baseball/softball rules.
  • Commitment to achieving the articulated objectives of the Academy for Scholar Athletes, staff, and the community at-large.
  • Demonstrated leadership and motivational skills.
  • Embody the qualities of a strong role model for the Academy's Scholar Athletes.
  • Uphold Core Values: Excellence, Performance, and Accountability. These core values set the tone in everything we do, help us succeed on and off the field, make a difference in the community and provide the best guest experience in sports. It is important that the person in the position commits themselves to these core values so that we can constantly move forward in the same direction - Together.

Physical/Environmental Requirements
  • Field: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a baseball coach encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Summer League Site Coordinator will be subject to inside and outside environmental conditions and will be exposed to inclement weather of varying degrees. Job requires the Summer League Site Coordinator to function in a high activity sports venue. While performing the duties of this job, the Summer League Site Coordinator is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, run, jump, and climb up/down stairs.

Compensation:
The projected wage rate for this position is $20.00 - $32.00 per hour. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant's: qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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