Skills Institute Coach

Sofive Soccer Centers•Alameda, CA

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About The Position

Sofive Soccer Center is seeking energetic, dependable, and kid-focused coaches for its Skills Institute team. The coach leads structured weekly soccer classes for children ages 5 to 12, following the Skills Institute curriculum to help players develop technical skills, confidence, teamwork, and a lasting love for soccer. Coaches are expected to create a positive, encouraging, and appropriately challenging environment and build strong relationships with players and families. The role offers flexible part-time hours, a consistent weekly schedule throughout each 13-week season, and opportunities to develop coaching, leadership, and communication skills.

Requirements

Passion for soccer and youth development.
Positive, energetic, and encouraging attitude.
Ability to keep children engaged in a group setting.
Dependability and commitment to scheduled classes.
Willingness to learn and develop as a coach.
Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

Previous playing, teaching, or coaching experience.

Responsibilities

Lead engaging soccer training sessions for children ages 5 to 12.
Teach core skills including dribbling, passing, shooting, movement, and teamwork.
Follow the Skills Institute curriculum and class structure.
Create a positive, encouraging, and appropriately challenging environment.
Promote teamwork, perseverance, confidence, and sportsmanship.
Build strong relationships with players and families.
Represent Sofive, Skills Institute, and Lil’ Kickers professionally and enthusiastically.
Support special events and local marketing initiatives when needed.