Youth Soccer Coach - Putnam County, NY

Super Soccer Stars; Mahopac (NY); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

On-the-job training

Competitive pay

Bonus programs

Job summary

A children's sports organization is looking for energetic Soccer Coaches who are passionate about working with kids. This role supports the lead coach in delivering fun, educational activities during after-school hours. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and a desire to grow in coaching and child development. Compensation starts at $25/hour, with potential increases, along with a flexible schedule and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a sports coach, teacher, or leader working with children is preferred.
• Interest in early childhood education or child development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the lead coach in delivering engaging classes.
• Provide hands-on attention to children during activities.
• Set up and dismantle equipment as needed.

Skills

Experience working with children

Energetic personality

Charismatic and nurturing

Strong work ethic

Group management

Job description

Are you PASSIONATE, PROFESSIONAL, CREATIVE, ENERGETIC & LOVE working with kids of all ages?

Would you like to earn above-average pay while staying active and promoting life skills through Soccer?

If so...we are Super Soccer Stars, the nations premier progressive soccer development program! We offer training on the job, a flexible schedule, and incentive programs.

THE COMPANY

Youth Athletes United was created to provide the best programming and service in the market for youth sports, starting with their first sports experience. Our goal is to provide an experience where every child is an athlete. The long-term impact will allow us to create healthy habits at a young age, teach life skills and increase youth activity across the board.

THE HISTORY

Soccer Stars has been in the youth soccer business for over 24 years and have been recognized as the largest operating program in the US.

THE ROLE

We are looking to hire an energetic and fun-loving Soccer Coach! Within the afterschool hours from 2PM to 6:30PM. Who will lead our children in fun and educational activities while ensuring safety for all. Our ideal candidate has prior experience working with children (as a sports coach, teacher, camper or leader), and enjoys working with children. This position is excellent for someone who has an interest in pursuing early childhood education, or child development.

• Our Coaches use individual attention to ensure every child has success
• Our Coaches use a non-competitive approach to ensure classes are fun with a stress-free environment
• Our Coaches use positive reinforcement to encourage children to do better and celebrate success

And finally, our coaches have a blast. They are open-minded, and know that coaching is a continuous journey. All Coaches are open to feedback and strive to be better by attending regular trainings and following the Super Soccer Stars Coaching Manual

Coaches Roles and Responsibilities

• Support the lead coach in the delivery of a dynamic and inspiring class, ensuring each child is engaged and challenged, and supporting them in achieving their motor development goals while fostering a passion for movement and healthy habits in an organized, structured, and enjoyable manner.
• Demonstrate effective and concise communication by reporting any issues to the office and offering appropriate solutions.
• Adhere to punctuality by arriving for class 15 minutes before the start time.
• Proficiently set up and dismantle equipment.
• Provide hands‑on individual and group attention to children, offering personalized guidance and support.

Compensation starts at $25/hour for Coach positions and rates can increase up to $35/hour

Super Soccer Stars offers coaches competitive pay, flexible schedules, on the job training, corporate sponsored education grants and bonus incentives. Super Soccer Stars is committed to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic workplace that is committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment where differences are valued and respected. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQA+ and intersectional individuals are encouraged to apply.

• Proven experience in working with children, or currently in the process of learning about coaching/child development/education.
• Demonstrates an expressive, charismatic, and nurturing personality
• Exhibits responsibility, dedication, and confidence with a strong work ethic
• Energetic individual with a high level of enthusiasm
• Ability to effectively manage groups of both children and adults
• Must have working availability on Weekdays from 2:00PM to 6:30PM.

• Work-life balance with a flexible schedule
• Enjoy a competitive salary starting at $25/hr
• Bonus programs to reward your hard work
• Grow professionally with development opportunities
• Climb the ladder with advancement and promotional pathways leading to salary increase