Soccer Instructor/Official
i9 Sports - Loudon & Northern Fairfax, VA
Location
Montgomery County, Maryland
Salary
$18 - $21 / HOUR
Quick overview
The role requires teaching fundamental soccer skills, officiating youth matches to ensure fair play, and facilitating practices using provided age-appropriate drills. Responsibilities also include maintaining participant safety, supervising groups, and communicating effectively with parents and staff.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have previous experience coaching or playing soccer and possess knowledge of soccer rules and regulations. Applicants must be at least 16 years old, have reliable transportation, be able to pass a background check, and demonstrate patience, enthusiasm, and strong problem-solving abilities.
Job description
Benefits
• Opportunity for advancement
Soccer Instructor / Official
About i9 Sports i9 Sports is the nation’s first and largest provider of youth sports leagues, camps and clinics whose mission is to help kids succeed in life through sports. We offer sports programs for boys and girls ages 3-14 in today’s most popular sports like flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball and t-ball.
About the Job We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Youth Soccer Instructor & Official to join our team and play a pivotal role in the development of young soccer players. As a Youth Soccer Instructor & Official, you will be responsible for teaching fundamental soccer skills, officiating games & facilitating practices, and ensuring a fun and educational experience for our participants.
Instructor/Official Shifts are weekends only with shifts available on Saturday and/or Sunday. Our venues are located across Howard and Montgomery Counties.
Upcoming Schedule
Weekends Only - Saturday & Sunday Options April 11th to May 24th - Spring League June 20th to July 25th - Summer League Sept 12th to Oct 25th - Fall League
Key Responsibilities
- Instruction and
- Skill
- Development:
- Teach young athletes the fundamental skills and techniques of soccer, including dribbling, passing, shooting, and defending.
- Implement age-appropriate drills and exercises to enhance players' soccer abilities (Practice plans created and provided by i9 Sports).
- Provide constructive feedback to help players improve their performance.
- Complete mandatory pre season training sessions (Financially Compensated)
- Game
- Officiating:
- Serve as an official for youth soccer matches, ensuring fair play and adherence to rules.
- Maintain a professional and unbiased demeanor while officiating games.
- Address rule violations and conflicts with fairness and diplomacy.
- Safety and
- Supervision:
- Ensure the safety of all participants during practices & games.
- Supervise and manage groups of young athletes, maintaining a positive and inclusive atmosphere.
- Address any safety concerns promptly and appropriately.
- Communication:
- Maintain open and effective communication with parents, participants, and fellow staff members.
- Provide updates on program activities via Connecteam.
- Address questions, concerns, and feedback from parents and participants professionally.
Qualifications
- Previous experience coaching or playing soccer.
- Knowledge of soccer rules and regulations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially when working with children and parents.
- A passion for youth sports and the development of young athletes.
- Patience, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
- Availability to work each weekend of the given season (Late Fall, Winter, Spring, etc.)
- Ability to efficiently solve problems
- Ability to motivate and manage others (i.e. coaches)
- Extremely reliable and responsible
- Must be 16 years of age or older
- Must have own vehicle/reliable transportation
- Must be able to pass background check
Benefits
- Competitive starting compensation based on experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization.
- A rewarding role that positively impacts the lives of young athletes.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Benefits
- Competitive Starting Compensation
- Opportunities For Professional Development And Growth
- Rewarding Role
- Supportive And Collaborative Work Environment