Job Description

Professional Youth Soccer Coach | Paid Training and Career Growth | $20–$45/Hour

About Soccer Stars

Soccer Stars is a leading youth sports organization serving children ages 12 months to 13 years throughout Long Island and Eastern Queens.

We deliver high-quality soccer classes, camps, and clinics at schools, community centers, parks, and other local partner locations. Our age-appropriate curriculum is designed to develop fundamental soccer skills while also supporting confidence, teamwork, communication, coordination, and character development.

In addition to soccer programming, Soccer Stars offers multisport and non-contact martial arts programs.

We are seeking reliable, enthusiastic, and professional coaches who are committed to youth development and capable of delivering a consistently positive experience for children and families.

Compensation and Professional Benefits

Soccer Stars provides coaches with the training, resources, and support needed to succeed.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation of $20–$45 per hour based on education and experience
• Flexible part-time scheduling
• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Bonus opportunities
• Coaching equipment provided
• Opportunities for additional assignments based on availability and travel flexibility
• Advancement into leadership and full-time positions

Schedule and Availability

Most classes are conducted during preschool enrichment hours, after-school hours, and on weekends.

Coaches must maintain consistent availability for all classes they are assigned. Applicants with broader availability may be considered for additional coaching opportunities.

Current hiring needs:

• Monday - Friday : 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
• Monday - Friday : 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• Saturday : 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
• Sunday : 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

The Youth Soccer Coach will be responsible for:

• Arriving on time and prepared for each assigned session
• Delivering structured, energetic, and age-appropriate soccer instruction
• Following the Soccer Stars curriculum and Coaching Manual
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and non-competitive learning environment
• Providing individualized attention and encouragement
• Using positive reinforcement to support participation and skill development
• Helping children build confidence, coordination, teamwork, and sportsmanship
• Maintaining professional communication with parents, teachers, site staff, and team members
• Participating in regular training and coaching evaluations
• Responding positively to feedback and continuously improving instructional performance
• Representing Soccer Stars professionally at all partner locations

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Willingness to travel to schools, parks, community centers, and other program locations throughout Long Island
• Ability to successfully complete a background check
• Consistent reliability and punctuality
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for sports, fitness, youth development, and working with young children, particularly children ages 1–5

Candidates who are willing and able to travel to a broader range of locations may receive additional coaching assignments.

Preferred Experience

Experience or education in one or more of the following areas is preferred:

• Youth soccer or sports coaching
• Athletics
• Physical education
• Exercise science
• Kinesiology
• Fitness instruction
• Dance
• Cheerleading
• Gymnastics
• Martial arts
• Camp counseling
• Early childhood education
• Elementary education
• Substitute teaching
• Childcare or youth programming

Prior coaching experience is helpful but not required. Paid training is provided.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Paid training and professional development
• Coaching equipment provided
• Bonus opportunities
• Referral bonus of up to $200 when a referred coach completes six months of employment
• Opportunities for increased coaching hours
• Full-time leadership and management opportunities
• Potential pathway to franchise ownership

Soccer Stars is an ideal opportunity for candidates seeking meaningful part-time work, professional coaching experience, and long-term growth within a respected youth sports organization.