Head Coach Badminton

Competitive Pay: $4000 - $5000 annual, Seasonal

February – May (13-14 weeks)

Part-time: Approx. 15 hours per week (afternoons, evenings, and some weekends to accommodate game and practice schedules).

Location: Conveniently located on-site in Richmond, CA (with occasional travel for away games).

At Making Waves Academy, we don't just play the game—we build the future. Our athletic programs are designed to inspire leadership, foster teamwork, and drive academic excellence. As a Head Coach, you will be at the center of this mission, transforming potential into performance and shaping the next generation of student-athletes. You’ll create a competitive yet deeply supportive environment where sportsmanship and character matter just as much as the scoreboard.

If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact on our community, let’s win together!

What you’ll be doing...

As our Head Coach, you will mentor student-athletes, manage game-day logistics, and collaborate with the Athletic Director to ensure a seamless, high-impact athletic experience.

• Design and execute dynamic practice plans focused on fundamental skills, strategy, and conditioning.

• Provide clear, constructive feedback to unlock individual and team performance.

• Adapt your coaching style to meet diverse learning styles and skill levels.

• Lead the team during games, modeling flawless sportsmanship and positive behavior for players, officials, and fans.

• Supervise and align junior varsity (JV) and assistant coaches with overall program goals.

• Partner with the Athletic Director to manage league schedules, equipment, uniforms, and facility prep.

• Foster a supportive team culture rooted in respect, discipline, and academic achievement.

What we’re looking for...

• ​​​​​​​High school diploma / GED and 3+ years of high school coaching experience OR experience coaching community youth sports OR prior participation in organized competitive athletics (high school level or above).

• ​​​​​​​CIF-approved coaching education certificate. Current First Aid & CPR / AED certification.

• ​​​​​​​Ability to lift and move team equipment bags, water coolers, and training gear (up to 40 lbs); agility to move quickly across gyms, turf, and fields; and stamina to sustain high energy during outdoor afternoon practices and evening games. 

• ​​​​​​​Ability to pass a criminal background check via Live Scan (fingerprints) and a standard Tuberculosis (TB) screen.

Ready to coach? Apply today and help our students make waves!

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Making Waves Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.