Soccer Shots Lower Hudson Valley·City of White Plains, New York
Assist the Lead Coach in delivering high-energy, age-appropriate soccer sessions for children ages 2-5. Responsibilities include managing class activities, setting up equipment, and maintaining a safe and encouraging environment.
Opportunity for advancement Training & development Competitive salary ASSISTANT SOCCER COACH FOR CHILDREN AGES 2-5 | WEEKEND POSITION | NO SOCCER EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Soccer Shots Westchester is hiring an energetic, dependable, and enthusiastic Assistant Coach to help lead fun and engaging soccer programs for children ages 2–5.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children likes to be active is looking for part-time, weekend work wants to make a positive impact No soccer experience is required—we provide training and support. We’re looking for someone who brings positive energy, follows direction, works well as part of a team, and helps create a safe and encouraging experience for every child.
Once assigned to a season, coaches are expected to work their scheduled sessions each week throughout the season. This position may be available for one season or continue across multiple seasons based on performance, availability, program needs, and mutual interest.
As an Assistant Coach, you will work alongside a Lead Coach to deliver high-energy, age-appropriate soccer sessions. You will help children build confidence, develop foundational soccer skills, and have fun in a positive and supportive environment.
Responsibilities: include:
Assist the Lead Coach during soccer sessions for children ages 2–5
Encourage and engage children using positive, developmentally appropriate coaching techniques
Support class management, transitions, and activities
Help maintain a safe, organized, and encouraging environment
Set up and break down coaching equipment
Follow the Soccer Shots curriculum and direction provided by the Lead Coach
Communicate professionally with families, school staff, and team members
Arrive on time and prepared for every scheduled session
The ideal candidate is: Energetic, patient, and enthusiastic
Comfortable working with young children
Dependable and able to commit to the full assigned season
30 AM–12:00 PM
Able to follow direction and work collaboratively as part of a team
Punctual, responsible, and professional
Comfortable being active and working outdoors in varying weather conditions
Able to reliably travel to coaching locations throughout Westchester County
Previous experience in coaching, teaching, childcare, camps, education, recreation, or other youth programs is a plus, but not required. Soccer experience is helpful but not required.
Opportunities for Growth
Assistant Coaches who demonstrate strong reliability, leadership, coaching ability, and a positive connection with children may have the opportunity to be considered for a Lead Coach position in a future season.
Why Join Soccer Shots?
We provide training, ongoing support, a fun and active work environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children’s lives. Strong performers may have opportunities to continue coaching in future seasons and grow into Lead Coach roles.
If you are dependable, energetic, and excited to help young children learn and have fun through soccer, we encourage you to apply!
Expected Hours: Approximately 5–7 hours per week
Candidates must be energetic, dependable, and comfortable working with young children in an outdoor setting. No prior soccer experience is required, but the ability to commit to the full season and work weekends is essential.
Market context
In New York, weekend assistant children’s soccer coach roles often draw steady interest because youth sports programs need reliable help on weekends and throughout the full season. These positions are competitive for candidates who are energetic, dependable, and comfortable leading young children outdoors; no prior soccer experience is required, but weekend availability and season-long commitment matter. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then highlight any experience working with children, coaching, or dependable weekend scheduling in your application.
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