Northeast Passage Power Soccer Coach

University of New Hampshire

12d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Northeast Passage (NEP) is seeking a motivated, dependable, and collaborative Power Soccer Coach to lead its team. The coach plans and delivers practices, coaches athletes during games and tournaments, coordinates team participation, and communicates consistently with athletes, families, volunteers, and NEP staff. The coach is the team’s primary leader and works closely with NEP Competitive Sports staff, who provide ongoing guidance, administrative support, equipment resources, logistical assistance, problem-solving, and program oversight. The role includes leading Saturday practices, supporting competition participation, directing student volunteers and interns, coordinating team logistics, maintaining program documentation, and helping ensure safe activities. It also involves preparing, transporting, and organizing equipment using an NEP truck and trailer, identifying equipment maintenance needs, and assisting athletes with wheelchair transfers when needed, following appropriate training and safety procedures. The commitment is approximately 5–6 hours per week, with additional hours during tournament weeks, and the position is expected to continue through May 2027. Regular practices are Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Tournaments are scheduled for November 21 in Boston, December 6 in Durham, and April 3 or 10 (to be confirmed) in Burlington. Compensation is $25–$30 per hour. Applicants should submit a resume/CV and cover letter. A criminal background check and periodic child safety training are required for youth program staff.

Requirements

Previous coaching experience.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to independently plan, coordinate, and follow through on responsibilities.
Dependable, proactive, and collaborative approach to leadership.
Ability to create a positive, encouraging, and inclusive team environment.
Consistent Saturday availability during the program season and additional availability for scheduled tournaments.
Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and comfort operating larger vehicles and trailers.
Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification at NEP’s expense.

Nice To Haves

Soccer coaching experience.
Experience coaching or working with individuals with disabilities.
Familiarity with Power Soccer or other adaptive sports.
Experience coordinating team activities, communicating with families, or organizing athletic events.
Experience supporting or mentoring volunteers.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and lead structured Power Soccer practices that support athlete development, teamwork, and competitive play.
Coach the team during games and tournaments by providing instruction, strategy, encouragement, and leadership.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe team environment.
Identify team needs, opportunities for improvement, and ways to strengthen the program.
Provide direction and guidance to UNH student volunteers and interns at practices and competitions.
Serve as the primary contact for athletes and families about practices, games, tournaments, and team updates.
Coordinate with NEP Competitive Sports staff on scheduling, tournament participation, equipment needs, and program logistics.
Communicate proactively with NEP staff about updates, challenges, needs, and alignment with program goals.
Collaborate with coaches, league officials, tournament organizers, and other teams.
Complete program documentation, including participation and usage statistics after each practice.
Help ensure practices, games, and tournaments are conducted safely.
Prepare, load, unload, and organize Power Soccer equipment for practices and competitions.
Transport equipment using an NEP truck and trailer to on-campus and off-campus activities, including regional tournaments.
Identify equipment maintenance or repair needs and coordinate with NEP staff to address them.
Assist athletes with transfers into and out of wheelchairs as needed, following appropriate training and safety procedures.
Promptly communicate safety concerns, incidents, or urgent situations to NEP staff.