Head Coach - Wolves Soccer Club
Job Summary
The Wolves Athletic Club, run by Free Play for Kids, is looking for part-time Head Soccer Coaches to lead our soccer teams.
You will operate under the guidance of our Soccer Manager. Your focus will be on constructing and executing practice and game plans designed to not only provide engaging sessions that emphasize, but also showcase you as a great leader and mentor.
Education & Qualifications
Required Canada Soccer C Diploma or in progress; Asset: Canada Soccer B Diploma
Required Standard First Aid Certification and CPR training or ability to obtain quickly.
Required clear up-to-date criminal and vulnerable sector check or ability to obtain quickly.
Schedule flexibility to coach practices between 4-6pm two to three times per week and one game per week in the evening or on weekends.
5+ years Head Coaching a team is considered an asset.
Beneficial if working towards or completed, a degree or diploma in Physical Education, Sport and Recreation, Kinesiology, Education, Sociology, Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution.
Responsibilities
Prepare structured training sessions in advance using curriculum and/or seasonal plans for youth between the ages of 13-19.
Wear appropriate coaching clothes and represent the Wolves professionally
Arrive prepared, organized and on time for all sessions and games
Leading practices, games, drills, and activities with the ultimate goal of creating safe, accessible, and inclusive spaces for kids to play, belong, and grow.
Set expectations for focus/listening during coaching moments
Deliver pre-game/pre-practice messaging & a debrief after each session and game
Training athletes to play soccer and compete in leagues and tournaments.
Managing participant registration and ensuring accurate and timely enrollment.
Take attendance consistently and support athlete accountability
Maintaining participant communication through timely and informative updates, addressing inquiries, and establishing effective channels to ensure clear and consistent communication.
Conducting formal and informal skills assessments for program participants.
Modeling key organization values through interactions with all internal and external partners and team members.
Relating to youth from diverse communities and acting as a mentor and role model for kids in the program.
Assisting the Program Manager/Coordinator with community partnerships, equipment inventory & management, and player identification and recruitment.
Participating in work assignments arising from special events, special projects, or overall program initiatives.
Completing additional training and certifications as required through the Free Play training program, such as Making Ethical Decisions and Safe Sport courses.
Understanding the power of sport as a tool for social good. Building a strong team culture based on respect, accountability and belonging.
Skills & Knowledge
Amazing with youth and passionate about Soccer
A fun, outgoing, strong servant leader
Ability to thrive in collaborative environments
Service-oriented
Strong communication within the team and external stakeholders
Adaptability and problem-solving skills
Continuous learner
Reliability
Confident
Respect for / understanding of cultural diversity
Position Conditions
This is a part-time paid position of approximately 10 hours per week.
The job is performed in recreation settings, but work settings may vary depending on projects.
Free Play for Kids is an equal-opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are values of Free Play for Kids. Free Play for Kids welcomes applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.
Free Play for Kids respectfully operates on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional gathering place for diverse Indigenous peoples including the Cree, Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, Ojibway/Saulteaux/Anishinaabe, Inuit, and many others whose histories, languages, and cultures continue to influence our community.
