Soccer Coach

About This Role

Working with children aged 1.5 to 9, the Soccer Coach helps them build confidence, coordination, focus, independence, and life skills through soccer. This part-time role is an opportunity to make a real impact on families and create an unforgettable experience for kids every week.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun, engaging, high-energy classes for children ages 1.5 to 9
• Follow the KidsUnited coaching structure and curriculum
• Help children develop body mastery, soccer coordination, confidence, focus, and other life skills
• Create a positive, welcoming experience for both children and parents
• Communicate with parents about their child’s progress after class
• Keep accurate progress notes and reviews
• Maintain a safe, organized, and professional class environment
• Attend team meetings and ongoing training to continue developing as a coach
• Contribute to a culture that makes KidsUnited a place families love coming to every week

Requirements

• At least 6 months of youth soccer coaching experience or at least 6 months experience working with children, plus a soccer playing background
• Strong communication skills with both children and adults
• Positive attitude and strong on-field energy
• Dependable, coachable, and able to work well as part of a team
• Strong time management and organization
• Must have weekend morning and late afternoon/evening weekday availability
• Experience working with children is required

Benefits

• Employee discount
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Opportunity to make a real impact on children during critical developmental years
• Ongoing coaching development and support
• High-energy, rewarding work environment
• A role where personality, leadership, and enthusiasm matter

Important Details

• Schedule: weekend morning and late afternoon/evening weekday availability required

Application Process

• Answer application questions regarding part-time status, weekend availability, and soccer experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move continuously throughout classes and engage directly with young children
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to run and demonstrate drills
• Ability to bend, kneel, squat, and lift or move light sports equipment as needed