Academy Soccer Coach

Location: Toronto

Position Type: Session Based

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Important information:

• for any questions
• Soccer Sessions are by hour
• $21 an hour

Interview steps:

• Virtual interview (Google Meets only)
• In person group interview (Invite to Head Office Location)
• Afterschool, March Break, Winter Break camps and Summer camps coaching certification
• Invite to First-Aid Certification (if required)
• About Toronto Athletic FC (TAFC)Toronto Athletic FC (TAFC) is committed to developing players in a safe, inclusive, and instructional environment that inspires a lifelong love of the game. Our academy emphasizes holistic player development, instilling values such as discipline, leadership, respect, confidence, empathy, and teamwork. TAFC provides a clear development pathway for players to progress through age groups using developmentally appropriate principles at every stage.ResponsibilitiesCommunicate availability and schedules with Academy Directors Attend required TAFC orientations, trainings, tournaments, and club activitiesParticipate in mandatory education workshops, tryouts, parent meetings, and player selectionCollaborate with academy staff (assistant coaches, goalkeeper coaches, camps, grassroots programs)Recruit and retain players to maintain roster requirementsComply with all Ontario Soccer policies and regulationsPlan and deliver age-appropriate training sessions focused on technical, tactical, and game understandingCoach 2–3 training sessions per weekAttend all indoor and outdoor games for assigned teamDevelop player development plans in collaboration with the Academy Technical DirectorFoster a positive, growth-focused environment that supports athlete development on and off the fieldAdhere to all TAFC policies and operational guidelinesNotify Academy Directors in advance of absences and ensure proper coverageComplete all team administrative duties (carding, game sheets, team lists)Manage team communication via email, TeamSnap, and WhatsApp in accordance with club policiesEnsure participant safety and report injuries or safety concerns promptlyQualifications1–3 years of soccer coaching experience working with children or youthStrong leadership and role-model qualitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to mentor and develop young athletesUnderstanding of holistic player developmentProfessional, organized, punctual, and detail-orientedTeam-oriented with the ability to promote positive club cultureC-License (preferred)Making Ethical Decisions (MED)NCCP Emergency Action PlanRule of TwoMaking Headway (Concussion)Respect in SportStandard First Aid (SFA) & CPR-CVulnerable Sector Check (VSC)What We OfferCompetitive payFlexible schedulingTraining and mentorship opportunitiesA fun, supportive coaching environmentOpportunity to grow within TAC SportsSeeking internship email

• Communicate availability and schedules with Academy Directors
• Attend required TAFC orientations, trainings, tournaments, and club activities
• Participate in mandatory education workshops, tryouts, parent meetings, and player selection
• Collaborate with academy staff (assistant coaches, goalkeeper coaches, camps, grassroots programs)
• Recruit and retain players to maintain roster requirements
• Comply with all Ontario Soccer policies and regulations
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate training sessions focused on technical, tactical, and game understanding
• Coach 2–3 training sessions per week
• Attend all indoor and outdoor games for assigned team
• Develop player development plans in collaboration with the Academy Technical Director
• Foster a positive, growth-focused environment that supports athlete development on and off the field
• Adhere to all TAFC policies and operational guidelines
• Notify Academy Directors in advance of absences and ensure proper coverage
• Complete all team administrative duties (carding, game sheets, team lists)
• Manage team communication via email, TeamSnap, and WhatsApp in accordance with club policies
• Ensure participant safety and report injuries or safety concerns promptly

• 1–3 years of soccer coaching experience working with children or youth
• Strong leadership and role-model qualities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to mentor and develop young athletes
• Understanding of holistic player development
• Professional, organized, punctual, and detail-oriented
• Team-oriented with the ability to promote positive club culture
• C-License (preferred)
• Making Ethical Decisions (MED)
• NCCP Emergency Action Plan
• Rule of Two
• Making Headway (Concussion)
• Respect in Sport
• Standard First Aid (SFA) & CPR-C
• Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Training and mentorship opportunities
• A fun, supportive coaching environment
• Opportunity to grow within TAC Sports
• Seeking internship email