Assistant Soccer Coach - After School Youth Program
About The Position
Bridge Los Angeles is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing professional-level, after-school soccer instruction to students in the San Fernando Valley. The Soccer is Life! program aims to remove cost and transportation barriers, making organized sports accessible to more children. The program currently serves students at Montague Charter Academy and Magnolia Science Academy 7, as well as through tournaments. Head coaches are experienced former players with U.S. Soccer licenses or UEFA diplomas. The mission is 'Where passion for soccer meets purpose and growth.'
Requirements
- Playing or coaching experience at the competitive youth, high school, club, college, or professional level
- Experience working with elementary school-age youth
- Reliability and consistent availability on the scheduled days
- Ability to pass a background check and TB test
- Strong communication skills and a positive, patient coaching style
Nice To Haves
- U.S. Soccer or U.S. Club Soccer license, or a UEFA diploma (or willingness to obtain one)
- Current CPR/First Aid certification
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Refereeing experience
Responsibilities
- Support the Head Coach in delivering a structured, age-appropriate soccer curriculum
- Lead small-group instruction grouped by age and skill level
- Run warm-ups, cool-downs, and injury-prevention routines
- Teach technical fundamentals: dribbling, passing, first touch, shooting, 1v1 attacking and defending
- Guide tactical development as players progress: positioning, spacing, defensive shape, small-sided play
- Supervise match play and reinforce sportsmanship, teamwork, and confidence
- Set up and break down equipment (goals, cones, pinnies, ball bags)
- Maintain a safe, positive, and encouraging environment for every student
- Support tournaments, showcase days, and optional field trips to professional matches (paid at the standard hourly rate)
Benefits
- Fingerprinting covered
- TB testing covered
- First Aid/CPR certification covered
- Concussion awareness and child safety training provided
- All coaching equipment and training gear provided
- Coaching apparel provided
- Additional paid opportunities for tournaments, leagues, and field trips
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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