Rec Soccer Coach - Spring 2026

Are you passionate about soccer and looking for a part-time role coaching youth soccer?

Soccer XS is committed to supporting the growth and development of youth soccer players, coaches and clubs. We believe all participants deserve a positive and developmentally appropriate experience in youth soccer. We provide local soccer clubs with a variety of developmentally appropriate youth soccer programs and each program has been carefully designed to positively impact the common challenges faced by youth soccer clubs. Our programs are easy to implement and provide a clear pathway of development for players and coaches.

Join the Soccer XS team to develop, engage and inspire the youth soccer community. Whether you’re just starting out as a coach or you've been around the block, we have a coaching opportunity that's right for you.

Position Responsibilities

• Engage and interact with children ages 4-10 years old in a fun and outgoing manner.
• Foster a positive and encouraging environment for young athletes.
• Demonstrate punctuality, professionalism, and responsibility when interacting with players and their families.
• Be able to create and use age-appropriate soccer activities to engage players for a full session.
• Be able to adapt to the coaching role as it shifts slightly depending on the season and program you are assigned to.
  
  

Spring Rec Soccer Coach Opportunities Include

• Recreational Youth Coach
• Developmental Youth Coach
• Small Group Coach
• Clinic Coach
  
  

What do we need from you?

• A background and passion for soccer
• USSF or USC coaching license is a PLUS. If you are unlicensed but come with experience, we will pay for you to attain your first USSF coaching license online!
• Able to reliably commit to a couple of evenings a week for practices and Saturday mornings for games.
• An outgoing and enthusiastic personality and the ability to create a positive and fun environment for young players.
• Pass a background check.
• You must be based locally in CT and be legal to work in the US (we don’t provide US work VISA’s).
• Valid Driver’s license and personal vehicle to reliably commute within a 20-mile radius / 30-minute drive to programs.
• Experience working with children is a plus - this role would be a great opportunity for teachers and other sports coaches who have a passion for soccer.
  
  

What You’ll Get From Us

• Competitive Pay: $22.50 - $50 per hour. Pay is hourly and the pay rate is based on coaching role, qualifications and experience.
• Extensive virtual and in-person coach development and program/curriculum training for new and experienced coaches.
• This opportunity is open to candidates who may be new to coaching soccer specifically and are looking to get started in the industry.
• Paid staff training for program and age specific trainings as well as monthly Coach Development Meetings.
• Professional Development opportunities.
• Advancement and promotional pathways for wage increase on our CDP (Coach Development Pathway)
• Uniform and Equipment: Through our partners Umbro, we provide a comprehensive uniform and equipment package for all coaches.
  
  

Soccer XS is an industry leading professional coaching company. We support the success and development of town level soccer clubs. Soccer XS provides camps, clinics, training programs and professional coaching services through-out New England.

Be part of an organization that makes coaching more enjoyable and do something you're passionate about, apply to coach with Soccer XS today!

Duration: Contracts range from 3-12 months.

Start Date: Spring 2026 (April)

Job Types: Contract, Part-time

Salary: $22.50 - $50.00 per hour (based on coaching license and experience)

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.