Harlem Children's Zone·New York
The Soccer Coach will plan and deliver age-appropriate training sessions for K-12 students while fostering a positive and inclusive team environment. They are responsible for teaching fundamental soccer techniques, monitoring athlete progress, and overseeing games and tournaments.
Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Soccer Coach.
The Soccer Coach will demonstrate a strong passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone- to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, community-based programming that creates opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life.
The ideal candidate will bring an understanding and respect for the culture of all residents of Harlem, and experience working in a school-based setting that fosters a love for children.
We are launching a brand-new soccer program and are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Soccer Coach to guide our elementary school, middle school, and high school students through the fundamentals of the sport while fostering a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented environment.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape and lead a soccer program from the ground up, working directly with scholars across a range of age groups and skill levels.
The ideal candidate will bring energy, leadership, and creativity to build a strong foundation for the program, instill a love for the game, and support both personal and athletic development.
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Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and previous playing or coaching experience. A relevant coaching certification and CPR/First Aid certification are highly preferred.
Market context
In New York, soccer coach openings are often tied to school and youth programs that need staff with experience working with children and strong game knowledge. Competitive candidates usually show both coaching ability and classroom-style behavior management, plus clear communication, patience, and energy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against your own experience, and be ready to give a specific example of handling discipline while teaching soccer skills.