Soccer Goalkeeper Coach

Milken Community School; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Milken Community School in Los Angeles is seeking a part-time Soccer Goalkeeper Coach to lead goalkeeper players in grades 6–12. The role runs October through February, with duties including planning practices, mentoring athletes, and ensuring safety and CIF compliance throughout the season.

The position requires prior goalkeeper coaching or playing experience, a preferred bachelor’s degree, and relevant certifications. Hours are on campus with occasional travel and evenings.

Qualifications

• 2+ years coaching or playing in soccer, focusing on goalkeeping.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; coaching certifications preferred.
• Experience with high school student programs preferred.
• Knowledge of CIF rules preferred.
• Commitment to academic and athletic excellence.

Responsibilities

• Instruct players on rules, techniques, equipment use, and game strategies.
• Plan and lead practices, conditioning, and game-day operations.
• Mentor student-athletes during practices, games, and travel.
• Promote teamwork, discipline, and character development.
• Ensure safety procedures are understood and followed.
• Attend practices, competitions, meetings, and events.

Skills

Goalkeeping experience

Coaching experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Academic excellence

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Coaching certifications

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Los Angeles, CA 90077Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $30.00 - $35.00 Hourly

Our Mission

Our School, founded on Jewish values, is about who our children can become and how they can help others become who they might be. Because the world our children will create tomorrow is born in the School we build today, our mission is to educate our children so they can surpass us.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Athletic Director, the Head of Athletics, and the Soccer Program Head, the Soccer Goalkeeper Coach will assist with leadership and direction of the goalkeeper student-athletes in grades 6 - 12. The season will run from October through February. They must adhere to Milken Community School rules and regulations. The Goalkeeper Coach must support the student-athlete concept and demonstrate concern for the health, safety, and welfare of each student-athlete. They must support, encourage, and monitor student-athletes’ academic progress. Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and the Program Head.

Responsibilities

• Instruct players on rules, techniques, equipment use, and game strategies.
• Assist in planning and leading practices, conditioning, and game-day operations.
• Mentor and supervise student-athletes during practices, games, and travel.
• Promote teamwork, discipline, and character development.
• Foster a positive and inclusive team environment.
• Monitor player development and assess skills during training and competition.
• Ensure compliance with CIF and school/league policies.
• Model appropriate behavior with players, officials, and spectators.
• Maintain team records, eligibility forms, and emergency data.
• Attend all practices, competitions, meetings, and team events.
• Rides the bus to and from practices and games.
• Safely operate a school van to transport student-athletes to and from practices, games, and team events as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching and/or playing experience in soccer, specifically goalkeeping (min. of 2yrs) with knowledge of all aspects of the sport.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• US Soccer and/or United Soccer Coaches diplomas/certifications (preferred).
• Experience with student programs in a high school setting.
• Knowledge of CIF rules and regulations (preferred).
• Commitment to academic and athletic excellence.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.

Standard On-Campus Hours

Hours will vary based on athletic seasons and events; occasional Sundays, nights, and early mornings are required.

*All schedules are subject to change.

Salary Range: $35.00 per hour

For a complete overview of our benefits, please visit the Employment page on our website.

Milken strives to be a nurturing, diverse and inclusive community. It is a vibrant academic home, drawing faculty and staff from the spectrum of faith, social and cultural backgrounds.