Lead Coach - Recreational Youth Programs

AGS Youth Soccer Club; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Job summary

AGS Youth Soccer Club is seeking an energetic Lead Coach to deliver fun, engaging recreational soccer programs for toddlers and youth in the GTA region. You will lead coaching sessions, oversee program quality, and mentor other coaches while collaborating with management to ensure high-quality programming.

The role emphasizes shaping the coach and player experience, maintaining organized and enjoyable activities, and contributing to program development and overall impact.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching children ages 2–12.
• Coaching certifications (Active Start, FUNdamentals, Learn to Train, etc.) are a plus.
• Ability to lead sessions and mentor other coaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging coaching sessions for toddlers and youth.
• Oversee program quality and safety during activities.
• Train and mentor coaches to uphold standards.
• Collaborate with management to shape and improve programming.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Program development

Team collaboration

Job description

We are one of the largest and fastest-growing private youth sports organizations in the GTA. We run FUN, engaging youth sports coaching sessions that create lasting memories for the families in our communities!

We're looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Lead Coach to take a leadership role in delivering fun, engaging recreational programs for toddlers and youth. Responsibilities include leading coaching sessions, overseeing program quality, training and mentoring coaches, and contributing to program development. The ideal candidate is an experienced coach who is equally comfortable running engaging sessions, supporting the development of other coaches, and collaborating with our management team to ensure high-quality programming. You'll play a key role in shaping both the coach and player experience, helping ensure our programs are well-organized, enjoyable, and impactful.

Requirements

• Availability during operational times: Tuesday & Wednesday 5-7pm, and Sunday 9am-12pm
• Experience working with children ages 2 - 12 years old
• Preference for experienced soccer coaches who are able to work with both Toddler and Youth ages
• Experience with other types of young child sports organizations (SportBall, City Camps, Pedalheads, etc.) or soccer environments (Little Kickers, Timbits Soccer, House Leagues, etc.)
• Coaching certification (Active Start, FUNdamentals, Learn to Train, etc.) is an asset
• Complete both of our short assessments (about 5 minutes each) before or right after applying. Applications with both completed are reviewed first:
  • Culture Index survey
  • Skills game assessment

Benefits

Compensation: $24 - 27 p/h