Coaching & Development Specialist

Soccer Shots - Long Island West•Town of Oyster Bay, NY

10h•$50,000 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Coaching & Development Specialist trains, evaluates, and supports Soccer Shots Long Island West coaching staff while helping maintain consistent program quality throughout Long Island. This is a hands-on, field-based leadership position for someone who enjoys coaching, developing people, and working with children. The role is based on Long Island, NY, and covers Nassau County and western Suffolk County. The schedule varies with program operations, training, and evaluations, and requires weekday afternoons and weekends.

Requirements

Experience in soccer, youth sports, coaching, or sports leadership.
Passion for working with children and developing coaches.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to evaluate performance and provide constructive feedback.
Ability to manage multiple locations and priorities.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout Long Island.

Nice To Haves

Youth sports, childcare, education, or athletic development experience.

Responsibilities

Recruit, train, develop, and support coaches.
Conduct field visits, coach evaluations, and performance assessments.
Provide feedback and coaching strategies to improve program delivery.
Ensure coaches follow the curriculum, safety standards, and character-development philosophy.
Support coach onboarding, seasonal training, and Kickoff meetings.
Assist with coach scheduling, substitute coverage, and staffing plans.
Participate in interviews and practical assessments for prospective coaches.
Maintain communication with coaches, ownership, and the Family & Partner Experience Team.
Address coaching concerns and help maintain consistent program quality.