Preschool Soccer Coach - Saturdays @ JBAB

Tiny Troops Soccer; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free program participation for your child

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tiny Troops Soccer in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking enthusiastic coaches to teach soccer to young children aged 18 months to 4 years. Responsibilities include leading classes, communicating with parents, and attending training sessions. Candidates must be 18 years or older, enjoy teaching, and have reliable transportation.

The position offers flexible hours, with an hourly salary ranging from $18 to $19 based on experience. Join a supportive team focused on community and children's growth.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and graduated from high school.
• Love teaching soccer and working with young children.
• Must commit to at least 4 months of Saturday classes.

Responsibilities

• Lead soccer classes independently.
• Provide timely communication with parents and the administrative team.
• Participate in administrative tasks like evaluations and meetings.

Skills

Passion for teaching soccer

Reliable transportation

Ability to communicate professionally

Leadership skills

Team player

Education

High school graduate

Job description

PROGRAM INFORMATION

Tiny Troops Soccer is an amazing, minority woman‑owned business, operated by military spouses who have proudly employed over 750+ military spouses, dependents, and civilians worldwide. Our mission? To serve military kids and their friends by teaching them the beautiful game of soccer, ages 18 months - 4 years old. We’re all about building happy, confident kids, developmentally ready soccer players, and a vibrant community for everyone.

THE TINY TROOPS DIFFERENCE

Our global community of active, healthy children ready to tackle the challenges of military life. We’re dedicated to bringing safe, fun, and playful activities into children's lives, instilling a sense of importance, self‑worth, camaraderie, and a lifelong love for soccer.

WHAT YOU WILL LOVE ABOUT US

• Bond with Awesome Kids: Create unique connections while having a blast! Our coaches roar like dinosaurs, chug like trains, and hop like frogs to keep the fun rolling.
• Develop Leadership Skills: Gain valuable leadership and teaching experience with our tailored weekly lesson plans.
• Enjoy Perks: Free program participation for your child, extra incentives from our rewards program, and a job that promotes health and physical fitness.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Access to a 401(k) retirement plan to help you save for your future.
• Specialized Training: Receive monthly class plans, games, and activities along with essential coach equipment.
• Professional Growth: Complete our online Coach Training Course and get professional field training from our Coach Training Team.
• Community Support: Join a supportive, soccer‑loving community with monthly online meetings and fun events.
• Continuous Improvement: Grow through monthly training sessions and regular personalized feedback from our Coach Training Team.

HOURS

Expect to work between 3.5 to 6 hours per week. Saturday availability is required. Additional hours during the week may be required for online administrative tasks such as coach evaluations, Slack and email communications, lesson material reviews, training, and monthly coach meetings, which will take around 2-3 hours per month.

HOURLY SALARY

Start strong with a competitive $18-$19 hour for entry‑level coaches. Administrative and off‑field tasks are compensated at $15/hour.

RESPONSIBILITIES & REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Age: 18 years or older and graduated from high school.
• Passion: Love teaching soccer and working with young children.
• Commitment: A minimum of a 4‑month consecutive commitment on Saturdays (*if needed, occasional Sundays for make‑up classes).
• Leadership: Capable of leading classes independently if necessary.
• Team Spirit: Be a team player and ambassador for Tiny Troops Soccer.
• Communication: Timely and professional communication with the administrative team and parents.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation to and from the field’s location.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The candidate must demonstrate the physical capabilities of:

• Stay active with the ability to remain upright, reach, squat, kneel, run, and move dynamically during coaching sessions.
• Independently rise from a seated position to engage effectively in childcare activities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in coaching, playing, refereeing soccer, babysitting, nannying, or teaching is a plus!

2025 CLASS SCHEDULE

Join the fun on the field on these dates:

• June 7th, 14th, 21st
• July 12th, 19th, 26th
• Aug 2nd, 9th, 16th
• Sept 6th, 13th, 20th

EX: Saturday morning schedule

8:30 - 8:55 a.m. - 18 months - 24 months

9:00-9:25 a.m. - 2 year olds

9:45-10:30 a.m. - 3 year olds

10:45-11:30 a.m. - 4 year olds

FIELD LOCATION

Neil Park: 883 SE Fourth Ave Oak Harbor, WA 98277

PLEASE NOTE:

If your child participates in the classes you coach, ensure another adult is present at every class to assist or remove them from the field if needed.