Assistant Coach

LA Bulls; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

401k option

Health insurance option

Job summary

LA Bulls is seeking a part-time assistant coach in Santa Monica to support the Head Coach and Club Director in running youth soccer programs. You will help develop players, implement the club curriculum, and contribute to team growth through planning and on-field coaching.

You will engage with players, parents, and staff, delivering organized trainings, maintaining high standards of safety, and attending camps and events to expand knowledge and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Club/College level playing experience
• Must hold grassroots coaching license and CPR/First Aid certification
• Experience coaching youth club soccer and strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams

Responsibilities

• Develop players' confidence and mental strength.
• Assist in running and managing teams according to curriculum.
• Plan and lead training sessions weekly.
• Attend trainings and coordinate with head coaches and directors.
• Monitor players and communicate with parents as needed.
• Support recruiting and roster development for team growth.
• Ensure timely setup and breakdown for practices and games.

Skills

Youth soccer coaching

Public speaking

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Grassroots coaching license

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Google Docs

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Compensation:

competitive pay depending on experience
Benefits: mileage reimbursement, option for 401k, and option for health insurance
20-40 hours a week

Description:

Share and support the vision of the Head Coach, Director and Club. Assist Director/Head Coach in running and managing the team to the best of ability following curriculum and team needs for proper development.

Assistant coach responsibilities : Report to Youngers Director

Part time
10-15 hours max/week

• Develop Psychology of player (confidence, mental strength, etc.)
• Team life skills through the sport and experiences

Assist in developing and Managing Team

• Implement the club culture in team environment
• Communicate with players when needed
• Learn to Recruit, Build and strengthen rosters
• Attend all trainings on time
• Plan training sessions one week prior to session
• Create strong bonds amongst players
• Learn to Monitor Parents
• Follow Bulls curriculum

Develop as a Coach

• Option to attend all or any coaching education meetings/events to expand your knowledge
• Communicate closely with Head Coach and Director regarding individual players

JR Bulls Rec League Responsibilities: Report to Youngers Director

• Report to training 15 minutes prior to start
• Help set up
• Help break down
• Manage players focus and fun
• Assist head coach with drills and management of players
• Run small drills if needed by head coach

5-10 hours per week which includes but not limited to:

• Coaching younger teams in training and games
• Coaching Jr bulls rec teams in trainings and games
• Assisting head coaches from other programs
• Working camps
• Working special programs

Extra Opportunities (Must be approved by Club Director)

• Winter Camp and Summer camp
• Two week each camp
• Monday - Thursday
• 8:30am-3pm
• Coordinate Camps and programs
• Monitor Parking lots during training
• Record games
• Other Work

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Club/College level playing experience
• The Coach shall hold and maintain at least a grassroots level coaching license
• Experience coaching youth club soccer
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to set priorities, manage time, work under pressure
• Ability to take initiative and work independently with a minimum amount of supervision
• Ability to work collaboratively in a professional manner with a diverse group of co-workers, partners, and stakeholders
• Desire to embrace the the mission of the LA Bulls to promote proper youth development
• Strong computer skills, including the ability to easily navigate the internet and create google documents such as word, excel, and powerpoint documents
• Must have up to date CPR and First Aid or be willing to obtain such certification
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and proof of insurance at the time of hire
• Must possess a vehicle or other means of transportation
• Some experience in public speaking (coaching, team meetings, etc)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated success in planning and running yearly training session programs to enhance player development
• Ability to demonstrate activities and drills
• Demonstrated success in building a strong team culture
• Demonstrated success in recruiting and managing players
• General understanding of SoCal league and US club soccer, and Cal South
• Familiarity with West LA and LA county geography