Youth Soccer Instructor/Official

i9 Sports; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Professional growth

Impact on youth

Supportive team environment

Job summary

i9 Sports is seeking a Youth Soccer Instructor & Official in Leesburg for weekend shifts to teach fundamental skills, officiate games, and guide practices in a safe, fun environment.

You will collaborate with volunteer parent coaches, lead age-appropriate drills, and ensure fair play while upholding league rules throughout the season across Leesburg and nearby locations.

Qualifications

• Coaching, playing, or officiating soccer experience
• Strong knowledge of soccer rules and field positioning
• Patient, energetic, positive, and able to stay calm under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal skills with children and parents
• Responsible and reliable; punctual and weekend availability
• Reliable transportation
• Must pass criminal background check
• Commitment to consecutive weekends and make-up dates

Responsibilities

• Teach fundamental soccer skills using provided plans.
• Implement age-appropriate drills and provide constructive feedback.
• Serve as primary on-field official/referee for youth matches.
• Maintain professional yet approachable demeanor handling rules and on-field situations.
• Prioritize safety and emotional well-being; supervise practices and field concerns.
• Supervise and manage groups of young athletes; foster positive atmosphere.
• Maintain open communication with parents, participants, staff; mentor volunteers.

Skills

Coaching experience

Officiating experience

Soccer rules knowledge

Patience & energy

Interpersonal skills

Reliability & punctuality

Background check clearance

Transportation

Weekend availability

Education

Minimum age 16

Job description

About I9 Sports

i9 Sports is the nation’s first and largest provider of youth sports leagues, camps, and clinics. Our mission is to help kids succeed in life through sports. We offer high‑quality, community‑focused sports programs for boys and girls ages 3–14 in today’s most popular sports, including flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and t‑ball.

Benefits

• Community Impact
• Fun Job
• Professional Development
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement

About The Job

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Youth Soccer Instructor & Official to join our team and play a pivotal role in the development of young soccer players.

In this dual role, you will be responsible for teaching fundamental soccer skills, officiating games, facilitating practices, and ensuring a fun, safe, and educational experience for all participants. You will work alongside our volunteer parent coaches to make sure every child learns the game in a positive, high‑energy environment.

Schedule & Locations

Saturday shifts only.

• Locations: Leesburg, Ashburn, South Riding, Purcellville
• Upcoming Fall League: Sept 12 – Oct 17 (make‑up dates through Nov 1)

Key Responsibilities

• Teach fundamental soccer skills—dribbling, passing, shooting, and defending—using practice plans provided by i9 Sports.
• Implement age‑appropriate drills and exercises, providing encouraging, constructive feedback.
• Serve as the primary on‑field official/referee for youth matches, ensuring fair play and adherence to league rules.
• Maintain a professional, authoritative but approachable demeanor, handling rule explanations and on‑field situations with diplomacy and patience.
• Prioritize safety and emotional well‑being of all participants—ensure proper equipment, supervise practices, and address any field‑condition concerns.
• Supervise and manage groups of young athletes, fostering a positive, structured, inclusive atmosphere.
• Maintain open, professional communication with parents, participants, and staff; act as a mentor to volunteer parent coaches.

Qualifications

• Previous experience coaching, playing, or officiating soccer.
• Strong understanding of soccer rules, field positioning, and standard gameplay regulations.
• High patience, high energy, positive attitude, and excellent problem‑solving skills under pressure.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills—confidently interacting with children, motivating volunteer coaches, and addressing parent feedback.
• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Reliable personal vehicle/transportation.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Extremely reliable, punctual, and committed to working consecutive weekends for the season, including potential make‑up dates.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay based on prior experience.
• Paid training—fully compensated for pre‑season preparation and training sessions.
• Professional growth—resume builder for leadership, sports management, education, or coaching careers.
• Impact—direct influence on youth character development and love of soccer.
• Culture—supportive, collaborative, and fun team environment.

Each franchised location is independently owned and operated and is solely and exclusively responsible for determining local hiring decisions, compensation, benefits, and other terms of employment.