Location and Job Title: Soccer Coach Ages 38
Riverdale YM-YWHA
5625 Arlington Ave
Bronx, NY 10471
Principal Responsibilities:Purpose of the Position
The Youth Soccer Coach is responsible for leading fun, safe, and age appropriate soccer activities for children ages 3-8. The coach will introduce young players to the fundamentals of soccer while helping them develop coordination, confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and a love for the game.The primary goal is to create a positive and encouraging environment where every child feels included, supported, and excited to participate.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead soccer practices and activities for children ages 3-8.
- Teach age appropriate soccer fundamentals, including dribbling, passing, shooting, ball control, and basic game concepts.
- Plan and organize engaging practices, drills, games, and activities.
- Adapt activities to different ages, skill levels, and abilities.
- Maintain a safe, positive, and supportive environment for all children.
- Encourage teamwork, cooperation, sportsmanship, and respect.
- Provide positive feedback and encouragement to young players.
- Help children develop coordination, balance, agility, and basic athletic skills.
- Supervise children throughout practices and activities.
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with parents, guardians, and program staff.
- Ensure soccer equipment is properly used, organized, and stored.
- Follow all facility, program, and child-safety policies.
- Report injuries, safety concerns, or behavioral issues to the sports director.
- Arrive prepared and on time for all scheduled sessions.
- Perform other youth soccer program duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:Qualifications
- Experience working with children ages 3-8 preferred.
- Previous soccer playing, coaching, or instructional experience preferred.
- Knowledge of basic soccer rules and fundamentals.
- Ability to communicate effectively with young children.
- Energetic, patient, friendly, and encouraging personality.
- Ability to keep young children engaged and actively participating.
- Dependable, punctual, and professional.
- Ability to create age-appropriate activities in a fun and positive environment.
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
- Previous experience in youth recreation, sports, childcare, or physical education is a plus.
Position
Part-Time Youth Soccer Coach
Work Schedule & Compensation
- Position: Part-Time
- Day: Sunday
- Hours: 10am to 12pm
- Pay: $50-$60 per hour
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Careers@riverdaley.org
Salary:Under $25,000
Agency Information:Our Mission:
Riverdale Y enriches lives by cultivating universally-shared values central to Jewish life, through educational, cultural, wellness, and service programs for all.
Our Values:
We build and strengthen community.
We create a space of belonging, where everyone feels respected and appreciated for who they are.
We have a responsibility to care for one another, in our local community and in our world.
We nurture our minds, bodies and souls.
We are committed to lifelong learning and growth.