Foundation Phase Football Coach

One Premier Academy; Xico; Presencial; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

A youth soccer academy in Mexico is seeking a part-time Foundation Phase Coach to deliver engaging football sessions for young players aged 4-11. This role involves planning and monitoring sessions while ensuring a fun, safe environment consistent with the academy's philosophy. Ideal candidates must hold a Level 2 coaching qualification and have experience working with children. Bilingual candidates in English and Spanish are preferred. This position offers 20 hours a week, with a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Formación

• Minimum Level 2 coaching qualification from a recognised governing body.
• Experience of coaching football to children aged 4-11 years.
• Knowledge of the latest coaching techniques for the foundation phase.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver engaging and safe coaching sessions.
• Plan and prepare sessions to develop players.
• Monitor player progress and provide feedback.

Conocimientos

Coaching children

Communication skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Understanding safeguarding policies

Educación

Minimum Level 2 coaching qualification

Descripción del empleo

Foundation Phase Coach

The club was born in part from a lack of player‑centric coaching philosophy and models within the city by two professional coaches who first worked together for an academy in Mexico City. A shared philosophy helped create a passion for OPA, while our focus remains on showcasing the player and the person and offering a clear and achievable path to success.

OUR MISSION

Focusing on the technical, tactical, physical, social, and emotional aspects of the game, OPA develops talented, multi‑skilled players who demonstrate exceptional sportsmanship, player integrity, and love for the game.

Our UEFA certified international coaches work hard to deliver a unique youth soccer program backed by renowned organisations and international associations, assisting us in developing pathways to college, semi‑professional, and professional soccer for our players, regardless of their age.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

OPA is specifically focused on developing creative thinkers who compete at the highest level, based on a modern holistic approach to development and focusing on creating an effective environment where our players remain the priority.

Our players train in various positions until they are 15 years old, when they begin to become masters.

Engaging in attractive possession‑based football with a significant level of creativity, tactical knowledge and technical acumen.

Our goal is to use modern teaching and training development methods to provide our players with the most realistic chance to succeed professionally and to create a pathway to success.

We are equally developing a path through the development of a first team roster with the objective of playing at the top of the football pyramid.

OUR VISION

We aspire to become the leading youth football club in Mexico, providing training to both male and female players in an age‑specific development environment and are completely focused on succeeding in nurturing people to become the best they can be.

We base our vision on a set of values that ensure a culture that runs throughout our academy, values such as respect, leadership, teamwork, technique, tactics and creativity.

Job Title

Part‑Time Football Coach for Foundation Phase

Job Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic part‑time football coach to join our Academy based near San

Responsible to

Director of Football

Location

OPA, Cam. Viejo a Mixcoac, Santa Fe, Álvaro Obregón

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering coaching sessions that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the age and ability of the players
• Planning and preparing coaching sessions, taking into account the overall development of the players
• Ensuring that all coaching sessions comply with the relevant safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures
• Monitoring and evaluating the progress of players, providing regular feedback and setting appropriate targets
• Developing strong relationships with players, parents, and staff to create a positive learning environment
• Assisting in the recruitment of players to the Academy, attending trials and assessments as required
• Contributing to the overall development of the Academy and its coaching philosophy

Requirements

• Minimum Level 2 coaching qualification from a recognised governing body (e.g., FA, UEFA, FFM)
• Ability to speak both English and Spanish to an intermediate level
• Experience of coaching football to children in the foundation phase (4‑11 years old)
• Knowledge of the latest coaching techniques and practices, particularly for the foundation phase
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with children, parents, and staff
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures
• A commitment to ongoing professional development, learning and daily feedback sessions

Hours

20 hours per week, which includes session planning and post‑session feedback

Salary

The salary for this role is dependent on qualifications and experience but you can expect a remuneration of circa pesos per month

Duration

12‑month rolling contract after a 3‑month probationary period

How to apply

If you are passionate about football coaching and have a desire to work with young players, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

Language

• English (required)
• Spanish (required)

Work Location

One location