Youth Soccer Coach

Job Overview:

Super Soccer Stars is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated coach to join our team! In this role, you'll work with children ages 12 - 24 months, as well as those aged 2 - 14. Our mission is to introduce kids to the grassroots and fundamentals of soccer while fostering their confidence and encouraging their social, emotional, cognitive, and motor development. As a coach, you'll play a crucial role in helping children build essential skills and grow both in the game and as individuals.

If you are passionate about working with kids and creating a positive, fun, and supportive environment, we want you on our team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow age-appropriate curriculums designed to help children learn and grow at their own pace.
• Foster a positive and supportive atmosphere that encourages kids to build confidence and have fun.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's progress, achievements, or any concerns.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging training environment for all participants.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions to continually improve coaching techniques and skills.

Requirements

• Previous experience in youth soccer coaching, broader youth sports coaching, classroom teaching, or daycare or early-childhood work is highly recommended.
• Experience working with toddlers 12-24 months, preschoolers, elementary-age kids, or across the full 2-14 age range.
• An understanding of the fundamentals of soccer and the ability to teach those skills at a grassroots level.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with kids, parents of very young children, colleagues, and other staff.
• Fluent in English.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Available for weekday afternoons, weekday evenings, Saturday mornings, Sunday sessions, or a combination of those times.
• Has reliable transportation.
• CPR and First Aid certification is a plus.
• Fluency in one or more additional languages beyond English is a plus.

Benefits

• Professional Development: Positions involving working with children often provide opportunities for professional development, including training in child development, educational techniques, and behavior management strategies.
• Flexible Schedule: We can work with your availability to create the most mutually beneficial schedule.