Head Soccer Coach

2 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada Free Play for Kids Inc. Full time

**Job Summary**

Free Play for Kids is searching for Seasonal Head Soccer Coaches who can coach our Wolves soccer teams from April to July on a contract basis. If you’re a top-level coach or a top-level player looking to grow into a coaching role, we want you as one of our soccer coaches.

In the role of a Head Soccer Coach within our team, you will operate under the guidance of our Program Manager. Your focus will be on constructing and executing practice plans designed to not only provide engaging sessions that emphasize the fundamental aspects of soccer but also showcase you as a great leader and mentor.

**Education & Qualifications**
- Working towards or completed, a degree or diploma in Physical Education, Sport and Recreation, Kinesiology, Education, Sociology, Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Experience coaching youth sports teams and/or extensive playing experience
- Clear up-to-date criminal and vulnerable sector check.
- Standard First Aid Certification and CPR training or ability to obtain quickly.
- Valid certification in coaching is considered an asset.
- Experience with technology such as Google Meet and Connecteam apps is considered an asset.

**Responsibilities**
- Crafting structured training sessions that align with the organization's mission and vision.
- Leading practices, games, drills, and activities with the ultimate goal of creating safe, accessible, and inclusive spaces for kids to play, belong, and grow.
- Working with youth between the ages of 9-17 by facilitating programming in collaboration with other team members.
- Training the youth to play the sport of soccer and compete in leagues and tournaments.
- Relating to youth from diverse communities and acting as a mentor and role model for kids in the program.
- Conducting formal and informal skills assessments for program participants.
- Managing participant registration and ensuring accurate and timely enrollment.
- Maintaining participant communication through timely and informative updates, addressing inquiries, and establishing effective channels to ensure clear and consistent communication
- Modeling key organization values through interactions with all internal and external partners and team members.

**Skills & Knowledge**
- Amazing with youth and passionate about Soccer
- A fun, outgoing, strong servant leader
- Ability to thrive in collaborative environments
- Service-oriented
- Strong communication within the team and external stakeholders
- Adaptability and problem-solving skills
- Continuous learner
- Reliability
- Confident
- Respect for / understanding of cultural diversity

**Position Conditions**
- This is a seasonal position from April to July, of approximately 10 - 15 hours per week.
- Hours of work are determined by program schedule and are typically 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm and can vary on tournament weekends.
- Job is performed in schools and recreation settings, but work settings may vary depending on projects.
- Free Play for Kids respectfully operates on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional gathering place for diverse Indigenous peoples including the Cree, Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, Ojibway/Saulteaux/Anishinaabe, Inuit, and many others whose histories, languages, and cultures continue to influence our community._

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract

**Salary**: $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 15 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- coaching soccer: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person



  • Edmonton, Canada Concordia University of Edmonton Full time

    Concordia University of Edmonton (CUE) is a community of learning grounded in scholarship and academic freedom, preparing students to be independent thinkers, ethical leaders and citizens for the common good. CUE campus is situated on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton’s historic Highlands neighborhood. Supporting a student body of over...


  • Edmonton, Canada Little Kickers Full time

    **Overview** Do you have experience working with preschool-aged children? Are you athletic and enjoy teaching children under the age of 8? If you are passionate about working with children, being active, and playing soccer, this is the ideal job for you! Little Kickers provides children aged **18 months to 8 years old** with a positive introduction to...


  • Edmonton, Canada Free Play for Kids Inc. Full time

    **Job Summary** Free Play for Kids is searching for Seasonal Assistant Soccer Coaches who can assist in coaching our Wolves basketball teams from April to July on a contract basis. If you’re a top-level coach or a top-level player looking to grow into a coaching role, we want you as one of our soccer coaches. In the role of an Assistant Soccer Coach...

  • Youth Soccer Coach

    4 weeks ago


    Edmonton, Canada Summer FC Full time

    **Grassroots Soccer Coach & Team Lead Position Available** **Grassroots Soccer Coach**: - Join our mission to ignite a passion for soccer in young players!_ **Role & Responsibilities**: - Deliver engaging soccer sessions to children aged 3-8, focusing on fundamental skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship. - Ensure a safe, fun, and inclusive learning...


  • Edmonton, Canada Prolin soccer academy edmonotn Full time

    **Overview** **Responsibilities**: - Develop and implement training programs for players to enhance their skills - Coordinate and schedule practices, games, and tournaments - Manage team logistics including equipment, uniforms, and transportation - Communicate effectively with players, parents, and coaching staff - Monitor player progress and provide...

  • Soccer Coach

    4 weeks ago


    Edmonton, Canada Free Play for Kids Inc. Full time

    **Soccer Coaches** **Job Summary**: Free Play for Kids is searching for dynamic, enthusiastic full time and part time soccer coaches. If you have experience coaching or playing soccer and love working with kids of all ages, we want you to join us! The role is suited to people with lots of soccer coaching experience, lots of energy, and are ready to be a...


  • Edmonton, Canada Summer FC - Learn to Play Soccer Full time

    Inspire Young Female Athletes: Join Our Triple Meg All Girls Soccer Team in Edmonton! The Triple Meg All-Girls Youth Soccer Coach will be responsible for implementing soccer sessions for female athletes ranging from 5-10. Female Coaches will foster a positive, inclusive, and motivating environment, focusing on both skill development and personal...

  • Soccer Coach

    3 weeks ago


    Edmonton, Canada PUNJAB WARRIORS SPORTS AND HERITAGE ASSOCIATION Full time

    We are looking to hire coaches on a part-time base. Saturday and Sunday evening, 4 pm-6 pm, Until the end of July. South Side Edmonton Location Soccer experience mandatory A coaching license with ASA is an asset Fixed location **Job Types**: Part-time, Casual Part-time hours: 4 per week **Salary**: $20.00-$30.00 per hour Flexible language...


  • Edmonton, Canada EMSA South Full time

    **Job Posting-Technical Coaching Team Members.** If you have a passion for coaching soccer, this is a perfect opportunity for you! EMSA South is looking to add new coaches to our part time technical training staff. To deliver high quality sessions to our club and community players within EMSA South. EMSA South coaching staff is ready to provide all the...


  • Edmonton, Canada Little Kickers Full time

    We are looking for reliable, energetic, and engaging Soccer Coaches to work part-time every week on Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday with other days available. If you are passionate about working with children, being active and playing soccer, this is the ideal job for you! Little Kickers provides children 18 months to 7 years of age a positive introduction to...


  • Edmonton, Canada Little Kickers Full time

    **Job description** We are looking for reliable, energetic, and engaging Soccer Coaches to work **part-time every Tuesday, Thursday evening and weekend on Saturday and Sunday mornings till the end of April. With full-time oppotunity starting in May and throughout the summer months**. If you are passionate about working with children, being active and...


  • Edmonton, Canada Prolin soccer academy edmonotn Full time

    Job Title: Manager of Elite Programs Location: Edmonton, AB, Canada **Job Type**: Full-Time **About Pro-line Soccer Academy**: Pro-line Soccer Academy is committed to developing top-tier young soccer talent and exposing them to professional opportunities worldwide. Our Elite Programs are focused on preparing players for competitive careers, with a special...

  • Soccer Mini Coach

    4 weeks ago


    Edmonton, Canada EMSA South Full time

    **Job Posting-Mini Soccer Coach** Do you enjoy working with kids? Do you enjoy participating in sports? Do you have a lot of energy? Can you hold a group of young children's attention (24 months to 5 years) in a fun and energetic way? **Requirements**: - Must be available to work Saturday mornings. - Experience working with and engaging young children. -...


  • Edmonton, Canada Little Kickers Full time

    **Job description** Do you have experience working with preschool-aged children? Are you athletic and enjoy teaching children under the age of eight? If you are passionate about working with children, being active, and playing soccer, this is the ideal job for you! Little Kickers provides children aged **18 months to 8 years** with a positive introduction...


  • Edmonton, Canada Little Kickers Full time

    **Job description** Do you have experience working with preschool-aged children? Are you athletic and enjoy teaching children under the age of eight? If you are passionate about working with children, being active, and playing soccer, this is the ideal job for you! Little Kickers provides children aged **18 months to 8 years** with a positive introduction...


  • Edmonton, Canada Little Kickers Full time

    **Job description** Do you have experience working with preschool-aged children? Are you athletic and enjoy teaching children under the age of eight? If you are passionate about working with children, being active, and playing soccer, this is the ideal job for you! Little Kickers provides children aged **18 months to 8 years** with a positive introduction...


  • Edmonton, Canada Little Kickers Full time

    **Job description** Do you have experience working with preschool-aged children? Are you athletic and enjoy teaching children under the age of eight? If you are passionate about working with children, being active, and playing soccer, this is the ideal job for you! Little Kickers provides children aged **18 months to 8 years** with a positive introduction...


  • Edmonton, Canada Little Kickers Full time

    **Job description** Do you have experience working with preschool-aged children? Are you athletic and enjoy teaching children under the age of eight? If you are passionate about working with children, being active, and playing soccer, this is the ideal job for you! Little Kickers provides children aged **18 months to 8 years** with a positive introduction...


  • Edmonton, Canada Little Kickers Full time

    **Job description** Do you have experience working with preschool-aged children? Are you athletic and enjoy teaching children under the age of eight? If you are passionate about working with children, being active, and playing soccer, this is the ideal job for you! Little Kickers provides children aged **18 months to 8 years** with a positive introduction...


  • Edmonton, Canada Little Kickers Full time

    Do you have experience working with preschool-aged children? Are you athletic and enjoy teaching children under the age of eight? If you are passionate about working with children, being active, and playing soccer, this is the ideal job for you! Little Kickers provides children aged 18 months to 8 years with a positive introduction to sport via soccer. Our...