Job Description
The Micro/Recreational Soccer Coach will coach San Francisco Glens Soccer Club Micro and Recreational team(s) of players ages 5-9 in Spring 2027.
Coaches will provide developmentally appropriate, consistent coaching focused on movement, coordination, team-building, communication, and enjoyment. Soccer and coaching experience preferred but not required. For each team coached, coaches will facilitate one (1) total practice during the week and one (1) match on weekends.
Job Duties:
Coaches will provide developmentally appropriate, consistent coaching focused on movement, coordination, team-building, communication, and enjoyment. Soccer and coaching experience preferred but not required. For each team coached, coaches will facilitate one (1) total practice during the week and one (1) match on weekends.
Job Duties:
- Prepare for and supervise one (1) weekly practice and one (1) weekend match for each San Francisco Glens youth soccer team coached.
- Incorporate motor & movement development principles for players ages 5-9 in soccer setting.
- Meet with US Soccer Federation-licensed coaches for progress reports and coaching strategy.
- Communicate in a timely and professional manner with team parents and club staff.
Requirements:
- Demonstrate enthusiasm working with children and coaching.
- Proactive and professional communication with parents and club staff.
- Five (5) hour time commitment/week per team, punctual arrival prior to practice and matches.
- Ability to move on a grass field to supervise children.
- Patience and maturity when communicating and working with young children.
- Completion of Live Scan Fingerprinting, other background/safety trainings pursuant to California AB 506.
Candidate Preferences (not requirements):
- Desire to learn more about coaching and working in soccer.
- Creativity in brainstorming and creating youth sports programming.
- Interest in working in child development of motor and social skills.
Why Join the Glens?
Be part of a club with a full development pathway, from Micro Soccer to MLS NEXT and Girls Academy. Work within a vibrant community and a club that values inclusion and diversity. Opportunity to make a lasting impact on the next generation of San Francisco players. Contribute to a nonprofit organization committed to ensuring no child is turned away due to financial hardship. Learn more at sfglenssc.org.
Be part of a club with a full development pathway, from Micro Soccer to MLS NEXT and Girls Academy. Work within a vibrant community and a club that values inclusion and diversity. Opportunity to make a lasting impact on the next generation of San Francisco players. Contribute to a nonprofit organization committed to ensuring no child is turned away due to financial hardship. Learn more at sfglenssc.org.
Compensation & Application
- Part-time position: 5-10 hours per week
- Compensation will be based on experience.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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