Soccer Coach

The J • Overland Park, KS

16h • $20 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

At J Soccer, we believe every child deserves a coach who helps them build confidence, develop skills, and fall in love with the game. The J is seeking energetic, reliable Soccer Coaches to join our coaching team for the upcoming season. Coaches play a key role in creating a positive, fun, and safe environment where players are encouraged to learn, compete, and enjoy the game. Our grassroots soccer program emphasizes age-appropriate player development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and a lifelong love of soccer. Whether you're an experienced coach, former player, teacher, referee, college student, or someone looking to begin coaching, we'd love to meet you. Previous coaching experience is preferred but not required - we provide curriculum, mentorship, and support to help passionate individuals become successful coaches. Coaches may lead clinics, camps, recreational leagues, and other soccer programming while serving as positive role models for our players and ambassadors for J Soccer. If you are passionate about youth development, enjoy working with children, and want to make meaningful impact in your community, we'd love to connect with you.

Requirements

• General knowledge of soccer and its rules.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, energetic attitude.
• Ability to work evenings and/or weekends.
• Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children is preferred.
• Coaching, playing, refereeing, teaching, or other youth leadership experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging, age-appropriate soccer sessions using provided curriculum and coaching resources.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment where every player feels welcomed and supported.
• Teach fundamental soccer skills while promoting confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and respect.
• Build positive relationships with players, families, and fellow coaching staff.
• Arrive prepared, organized, and ready to lead high-quality sessions.
• Assist with equipment setup, breakdown, and organization before and after programming.
• Support clinics, camps, leagues, and special soccer events throughout the year.
• Represent The J and J Soccer with professionalism, enthusiasm, and a player-first mindset.

Benefits

• $20-$30 / 1 hour session, based on experience
• Individual membership to The J
• Coaching curriculum and session plans provided
• Ongoing coaching mentorship and professional development
• Opportunities to coach clinics, camps, recreational leagues, and competitive programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed