Youth Soccer Coach – Full Time

Location: Southern California
Schedule: Full-Time, Saturday to Thursday
Salary: $62,683 per year
About the Role
SoCal Reds is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Youth Soccer Coach to join our
coaching team. This full-time position offers the opportunity to inspire and develop players aged
3–17 years, fostering technical growth, tactical awareness, and a lifelong love for the game.
The successful candidate will deliver engaging, progressive training sessions, demonstrate
excellence in player development, and uphold the club’s values of professionalism, teamwork,
and community connection.
Key Responsibilities
● Design and deliver progressive, age-appropriate sessions for boys and girls.
● Create a challenging, positive, and development-focused environment.
● Oversee all match day preparations, including team selection, warm-ups, and in-game
management.
● Identify and recruit talented players within and beyond the club.
● Provide constructive feedback to players and parents on performance and progress.
● Deliver school and community programs, including after-school and outreach
sessions.
● Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among all participants.
● Complete administrative and operational tasks, including weekly team emails and
meetings.
● Participate in the club’s coach mentoring program, supporting ongoing staff
development.
● Analyze match play and training data to inform individualized development plans.
Required Qualifications and Experience
● Bachelor of Science in Sports Coaching (minimum 2:1 classification).
● FA Coaching Level 1 Qualification (or equivalent).
● Minimum 2 years of football coaching experience in Europe.
● Minimum 5 years of customer service experience, demonstrating strong interpersonal
and relationship-building skills.
● Proven experience teaching physical education to children across various age groups.
● Extensive background in the following areas:

○ Sports Science – Applying sport science principles to understand player
physiology and optimize training adaptations.
○ Coaching Pedagogy – Utilizing diverse coaching methods to effectively teach
and develop young athletes.
○ Performance Analysis – Analyzing match footage and player data to refine
training sessions and enhance performance outcomes.
○ Community Engagement – Promoting soccer participation across all ages and
abilities, and developing inclusive youth programs.

Who You Are
● A professional and positive role model for young players.
● A clear communicator and team player, capable of working collaboratively with staff,
parents, and players.
● Highly organized, dependable, and committed to player-centered development.
● Passionate about using soccer as a tool for growth, learning, and community
connection.
About SoCal Reds
SoCal Reds is a community-rooted club dedicated to developing confident, creative, and
technically skilled players. Our programs emphasize our core values of Ambition
Commitment Dignity and Unity, combining professional coaching with a passion for youth
development.

To Apply:

Mail your resume and cover letter highlighting your experience, qualifications, and passion
for youth coaching to:

SoCal Reds FC
12 Mauchly, Suite P
Irvine, CA 92618