Soccer Coach

About the role

The J is seeking energetic, reliable Soccer Coaches to join our coaching team for the upcoming season. Coaches play a key role in creating a positive, fun, and safe environment where players are encouraged to learn, compete, and enjoy the game. Our grassroots soccer program emphasizes age-appropriate player development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and a lifelong love of soccer.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging, age-appropriate soccer sessions using provided curriculum and coaching resources.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment where every player feels welcomed and supported.
• Teach fundamental soccer skills while promoting confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and respect.
• Build positive relationships with players, families, and fellow coaching staff.
• Arrive prepared, organized, and ready to lead high-quality sessions.
• Assist with equipment setup, breakdown, and organization before and after programming.
• Support clinics, camps, leagues, and special soccer events throughout the year.
• Represent The J and J Soccer with professionalism, enthusiasm, and a player-first mindset.

Requirements

• Experience working with children is preferred.
• Coaching, playing, refereeing, teaching, or other youth leadership experience is preferred but not required.
• General knowledge of soccer and its rules.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, energetic attitude.
• Ability to work evenings and/or weekends.
• Reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements

• Constant standing, walking and exposure to the weather outdoors up to 2-4 hours.
• Frequent walking/running, eye/hand/foot coordination to demonstrate and soccer skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with participants.
• Occasional lifting/carrying up to 35 lbs.

About The J

The J is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The J is Shabbat-Observant Friendly. The mission of The J is to build a strong, vibrant and inclusive community that enhances wellness, meaning and joy based on Jewish values, heritage and culture. The J Operates On These Values: Welcoming + Inclusive, Building Community, Enriching Mind + Body + Soul, Passing on Jewish Culture + History, Treat Others As You Wish To Be Treated.