Head Soccer Coach/Junior Coaches

Position: Head Soccer Coach

Reporting To: Technical Director

Background

Umoja soccer school resides at Roncesvalles-Parkdale are in Toronto. We offer technical skills clinics for players age 4 to 12 all levels. At Umoja soccer, we inspire and train all players to advance their technical skills in a small group environment that is tailored to individual needs. We meet each player at their own level, with focused instruction to build on strengths and target personal challenges and goals.

Overall Objective: Take responsibility for the development of young players within the age groups of 4-12 years old.

Main duties:

· To plan and deliver age-appropriate training sessions and create a positive learning environment for all participants.

Key Tasks:

· To ensure all Umoja training plan requirements are met within your age group.

· Carry out your responsibilities with due regard to the Umoja values INSPIRE-TRAIN-PLAY and comply with all aspects of the Umoja coaching philosophy.

Behavioural Competencies:
· Listen, interpret and convey information in a clear and accurate manner, provides timely delivery of information and select the most appropriate method of communication with young players, parents, coaches and stakeholders.

• Work within a team environment, co-operate with others, consider the needs of others and help others to achieve objectives.


• Treat individuals with respect at all time and create an environment of openness.

Essential: Have the abilities or experience to lead and coach a group of young players.

• Be prepared to work 6-10 hours a week in the evenings.


• Able to be on the field 30 minutes before the practice begins to set up for the sessions.· Attend all scheduled training sessions, games and coaching education events.

Requirements:

• CPR & First-Aid Certification (Preferred)


• Experience playing soccer (Required)

QUALIFICATIONS

This is a friendly environment for coaches who just planning to get into coaching. You will be mentored by senior coaches. Umoja team is very supportive and will guide you during the soccer season.

Ideal Candidate will have the following (but not Required):

- Age-appropriate coaching certification: Active Start, Learn to Train or FUNDAMENTALS.

- NCCP Making Ethical Decisions

- NCCP Making Head Way

- NCCP Respect in Sport

Ability to commute/relocate: (from 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm)

• Lamport Stadium - 1155 King St W, Toronto, ON M6K 1E9

We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to respond; however only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Evening shift


• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person