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.