Lead Coach - Recreational Youth Programs
- Kitchener, ON
- On-site
- Posted Oct 16, 2026
- 1 position
$24–$27 / hour
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- Employment type
- Part-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 7 hours per week
Job summary
The Lead Coach is responsible for delivering engaging recreational sports sessions for toddlers and youth while overseeing program quality. They will also mentor other coaches and collaborate with management to ensure high-quality, organized programming.
Job details
We are one of the largest and fastest-growing private youth sports organizations in the GTA. We run FUN, engaging youth sports coaching sessions that create lasting memories for the families in our communities! We’re looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Lead Coach to take a leadership role in delivering fun, engaging recreational programs for toddlers and youth. Responsibilities include leading coaching sessions, overseeing program quality, training and mentoring coaches, and contributing to program development. The ideal candidate is an experienced coach who is equally comfortable running engaging sessions, supporting the development of other coaches, and collaborating with our management team to ensure high-quality programming. You’ll play a key role in shaping both the coach and player experience, helping ensure our programs are well-organized, enjoyable, and impactful. Availability during operational times: Tuesday & Wednesday 5-7pm, and Sunday 9am-12pm Experience working with children ages 2 – 12 years old Preference for experienced soccer coaches who are able to work with both Toddler and Youth ages Experience with other types of young child sports organizations (SportBall, City Camps, Pedalheads, etc.) or soccer environments (Little Kickers, Timbits Soccer, House Leagues, etc.) Coaching certification (Active Start, FUNdamentals, Learn to Train, etc.) is an asset Complete both of our short assessments (about 5 minutes each) before or right after applying. Applications with both completed are reviewed first: Culture Index survey Skills game assessment Compensation: $24 - 27 p/h
What you’ll do
The Lead Coach is responsible for delivering engaging recreational sports sessions for toddlers and youth while overseeing program quality. They will also mentor other coaches and collaborate with management to ensure high-quality, organized programming.
Requirements
Candidates should have experience working with children aged 2-12 and a background in soccer coaching or similar youth sports organizations. Coaching certifications such as Active Start or FUNdamentals are considered an asset.
Listed skills
- Organization · Preferred
- Leadership · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Youth Coaching
- Leadership
- Mentoring
- Program Development
- Soccer Coaching
- Child Development
- Communication
- Organization
- Program Quality Assurance
- Energetic
- Working With Children
- Management
- Mentorship
- Coaching
- Youth Athletics
- Enthusiasm
Job areas
- Sports & Recreation
- Education
- Management & Leadership
- Youth Programs Intern
- Coach
- Sports Coaches, Instructors and Officials
- Coaches and Scouts
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