Club Soccer Coach

TOCA Football; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

TOCA Football is seeking a Staff Coach to lead youth player and team development within the club. You will deliver high-quality training sessions, support player growth, and create a positive learning environment aligned with our game model and development philosophy.

The ideal candidate is passionate about youth development, commits to ongoing learning, and helps players reach their potential both on and off the field. Seasonal, evenings and weekends required.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching youth soccer players, preferably ages 7–15.
• Strong understanding of player development principles and coaching methodology.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with players, families, and staff.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
• Additional expertise in Goalkeeping, Sports Performance, Sports Medicine, Child Development, or Psychology preferred.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead coaches for assigned teams and seasonal programs.
• Plan and execute training sessions aligned with the club's playing philosophy.
• Oversee all aspects of assigned team activities and match preparation.
• Create a positive, challenging, and development-focused training environment.
• Evaluate player performance and provide constructive feedback that supports development.
• Assist in player identification, recruitment, and selection processes.
• Support individual player growth through ongoing feedback and development planning.
• Foster confidence, motivation, and a lifelong passion for the game.
• Build positive relationships with players, families, coaches, and club leadership.
• Uphold club policies and all player safeguarding requirements.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and accountability in all interactions.
• Pursue ongoing coaching education and professional development.
• Support club initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Youth coaching

Player development

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Evenings & weekends

Job description

About TOCA Soccer

At TOCA, we are passionate about people and the power of sport. We believe in creating an environment that becomes the “third home” for our guests — where they learn, where they live, and where TOCA becomes the place where they play. Whether they’re kicking a soccer ball for the first time, focused on finding their best, or rediscovering their passion for the game, we are here to support and guide them every step along the way. Everyone deserves the opportunity to experience the joy and fulfillment that sports can bring, regardless of background and skill levels. Our ultimate goal is to create a consistent and amazing experience for everyone who interacts with TOCA, whether it is our dedicated team members or esteemed guests.

What Makes a TOCA Teammate?

An individual that seeks to...

• Play Hard
• Care Deeply
• Grow Together
• Strive for Excellence
• Create Awesome Experiences

Job Highlights

Job Title: Staff Coach

Reports To: Club Director

Location: Columbus, OH

Position Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

Hours Required: Seasonal, evenings and weekends required

About the Role

We are seeking a Staff Coach to lead individual player development and team development within the club. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality training sessions, supporting player growth, and creating a positive learning environment aligned with the Classics Eagles SC Game Model and Player Development Philosophy. The ideal candidate is passionate about youth development, committed to continuous learning, and dedicated to helping players reach their full potential both on and off the field.

Your Game Plan

Team Coaching & Training Delivery (60%)

• Serve as lead coach for assigned teams and seasonal programs
• Plan and execute training sessions aligned with the club's playing philosophy
• Oversee all aspects of assigned team activities and match preparation
• Create a positive, challenging, and development-focused training environment

Player Development & Evaluation (25%)

• Evaluate player performance and provide constructive feedback that supports development
• Assist in player identification, recruitment, and selection processes
• Support individual player growth through ongoing feedback and development planning
• Foster confidence, motivation, and a lifelong passion for the game

Club Leadership & Professional Standards (15%)

• Build positive relationships with players, families, coaches, and club leadership
• Uphold club policies and all player safeguarding requirements
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and accountability in all interactions
• Pursue ongoing coaching education and professional development
• Support club initiatives and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience coaching youth soccer players, preferably ages 7–15
• Strong understanding of player development principles and coaching methodology
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with players, families, and staff
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability
• Additional expertise in Goalkeeping, Sports Performance, Sports Medicine, Child Development, or Psychology preferred
• Availability to work evenings and weekends

TOCA Football, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age,