Tots Soccer Coach-Mentor

Alexandria Soccer Association•Alexandria, VA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Tots Soccer Coach-Mentor introduces 3- and 4-year-old preschool students to soccer and physical activity through imaginative, age-appropriate activities that encourage movement, creativity, exploration, and fun. The position creates a safe, supportive, and playful environment where young children can build basic motor skills, confidence, listening skills, positive social interactions, and an early enjoyment of being active.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old. Exceptional 17-year-old candidates with relevant coaching or youth development experience may be considered.
Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check provided and paid for by ASA.
Reliable transportation to assigned program locations throughout Alexandria.
Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, school staff, volunteers, students, and families.
Demonstrated enthusiasm, reliability, punctuality, professionalism, and commitment to creating positive experiences for children.
Ability to assist in leading groups of preschool-age children in a safe, engaging, patient, and structured environment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required. All qualified candidates will be considered.
Previous soccer playing, coaching, youth development, education, recreation, or athletics experience.
A genuine passion for mentoring youth and supporting confidence, teamwork, healthy habits, and social-emotional development.
Experience working with preschool-age children or knowledge of early childhood development.

Responsibilities

Attend all assigned Tots program sessions and arrive prepared and on time.
Assist the Lead Coach in delivering imaginative, age-appropriate soccer lessons and movement activities for preschool students.
Use clear demonstrations, simple instructions, storytelling, and positive reinforcement to encourage participation.
Actively participate in games and activities to help children stay engaged and have fun.
Create a safe, supportive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
Build positive relationships with children and model patience, kindness, enthusiasm, and respect.
Support basic motor development, listening skills, confidence, creativity, and positive social interaction.
Collaborate with the Site Lead, fellow coaches, preschool staff, and volunteers to ensure each session runs smoothly.
Assist with setting up, organizing, sanitizing as appropriate, and storing program equipment before and after each session.
Communicate professionally with ASA staff, school personnel, students, and families.
Uphold ASA mission and values by promoting inclusion, respect, youth development, and positive community impact.