Youth Performance Coach — SpeedLab (Part-Time)

COPA Soccer Training Center; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Full access to COPA STC facilities

Job summary

COPA Soccer Training Center's SpeedLab is seeking a Youth Performance Coach to lead private and small-group sessions for ages 9–19 in Walnut Creek, CA. You’ll apply evidence-informed methods, integrate movement skills, strength, and speed mechanics, and foster a high-energy, technology-supported training environment.

The role emphasizes coaching youth athletes with a focus on safe practice, ongoing assessments, and collaboration with the coaching staff.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching youth in performance/strength & conditioning setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or related field (or current student).
• CSCS, XPS, or similar strength & conditioning/sports performance certification.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 45 pounds and prolonged standing/walking.
• Willingness to learn and utilize performance technology and data systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Solution-oriented mindset, especially with athletes and parents.

Responsibilities

• Deliver SpeedLab training sessions for athletes aged 9–19.
• Coach and engage developing athletes across multiple sports daily.
• Create a safe, high-energy, technology-supported performance environment.
• Support athlete assessments and contribute to performance tracking.
• Participate in staff development, coach education, and outreach initiatives.

Skills

Youth coaching

Communication

Time management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science

Job description

COPA Soccer Training Center's SpeedLab is seeking a Youth Performance Coach to lead private and small-group sessions for ages 9–19 in Walnut Creek, CA. You’ll apply evidence-informed methods, integrate movement skills, strength, and speed mechanics, and foster a high-energy, technology-supported training environment.

The role emphasizes coaching youth athletes with a focus on safe practice, ongoing assessments, and collaboration with the coaching staff.