Part-Time Youth Soccer Coach - Flexible Hours

Cross Island YMCA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

Park Slope Armory YMCA is seeking a Part-Time Soccer Sports Instructor to engage children and teens in soccer, focus on skill development, teamwork, and a welcoming, safe environment. You will plan progressive lessons, supervise activities, and promote healthy habits while ensuring program safety and positive participant experiences.

The role requires soccer expertise, a passion for youth development, and a willingness to work weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year experience teaching children/teens sports in a structured setting.
• Content expert in soccer.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members of all ages.
• Coaching certificate or equivalent desired.
• Current First Aid / CPR certifications.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of children in the program, by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Provide a fun, safe and positive experience for all participants and create an all-inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Provide supervision of the participants in line with YMCA program standards and guidelines (i.e. ratio, attendance).
• Work with the supervisor to develop program objectives and goals for each program session.
• Teach rules, fundamentals and enhance basic skills in soccer. Emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Teach progressive lessons and provide opportunities to demonstrate learned skills.
• Create and modify lesson plans and instruction that is age appropriate, progressive and meets the needs of the participants.
• Understand skills for ages 5-17, while utilizing differentiated instructions.
• Create an atmosphere in which all participants can have fun, are safe and learn the importance of good principled athletics.
• Ensure that all equipment is age-appropriate, safe and in proper working condition. This includes conducting monthly equipment safety checks.
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding the progress of their child/teen and registration for the next session.
• Communicate to parents/guardians about additional YMCA opportunities that can benefit them or their child/teen.
• Work with the Supervisor to develop and lead program promotion and recruitment efforts.
• Provide direction to volunteers or Sports Assistants who are supporting the program, when needed.
• Have a thorough knowledge of branch emergency procedures and take appropriate actions for emergency situations.
• Ensure the cleanliness of program space during all activities.
• Inform Supervisor on-duty regarding any incident reports that need to be filled out.
• Obtain YMCA Coaching 101 Training within 90 days of start date.
• Obtain CDC HEADS UP Concussion in Youth Sports certificate within 30 days of start date.
• Actively participate in all training sessions, designated meetings and special events.

Skills

Soccer knowledge

Effective communication

Customer service

Flexible schedule

Team leadership

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Coaching certificate or equivalent

First Aid / CPR certification

Job description

Park Slope Armory YMCA is seeking a Part-Time Soccer Sports Instructor to engage children and teens in soccer, focus on skill development, teamwork, and a welcoming, safe environment. You will plan progressive lessons, supervise activities, and promote healthy habits while ensuring program safety and positive participant experiences.

The role requires soccer expertise, a passion for youth development, and a willingness to work weekends/holidays.