Contract Coach - Soccer

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone - especially children - experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

NATURE AND SCOPE

Under the direction of the Sports Director or Coordinator, the Sports Monitor will monitor sports programs. The Sports Monitor is also responsible for opening/closing sites and responding to various situations to ensure safety for participants and spectators and the cleanliness of the site. This position does not provide sports instruction.

This position must perform duties in accordance with the policies, goals, mission, values, and objectives established by the Metropolitan Atlanta YMCA, Branch Strategic Plan, Safety Protocols, and Member Services Guidelines and Non-negotiables. Emphasis will be placed on member service, program knowledge, member/staff safety, and communication with members and staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Monitor sports practices, clinics, games, or open play.
• Set up, monitor, maintain, and secure all supplies, equipment, and buildings.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of facilities.
• Reports any problems to supervisor.
• Answer inquiries from participants, parents, volunteers, or other stakeholders and provides information or seeks the answers to provide in a timely manner.
• Responsible for opening and closing the facilities on evenings, weekends or as needed.
• Must perform duties in accordance with the policies, goals, mission, values, and objectives established by the Metropolitan Atlanta YMCA, Branch Strategic Plan, Safety Protocols, Member Services Guidelines, and Non-Negotiables. Emphasis will be placed on member service, program knowledge, member/staff safety, and communication with members and staff.
• Implement the YMCA safety protocol related to branch and off-site operations.
• Respond to safety and emergency situations and maintains/reports accurate incident/accident forms.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must meet minimum age requirement of 16 years old.
• Must be able to independently get to the branch, gym, or fields for scheduled shifts.
• High degree of interpersonal communication, conflict management, and customer service skills to tactfully enforce all rules and regulations.
• Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR/AED, state approved First Aid, new staff orientation, branch orientation and emergency procedures.
• May need to be available nights and weekends.

ERGONOMIC REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand; walk; run; sit; handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift to 60 pounds. May involve movement of large and/or heavy equipment up to 60 lbs. (i.e.: soccer/basketball goals, volleyball nets, sports equipment, uniforms, etc.). May involve being outdoors for long periods of time.

Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.

Employment Requirement:

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy.

• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for like minded people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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What makes a TOCA Teammate? An individual that seeks to...

• Play Hard
• Care Deeply
• Grow Together
• Strive for Excellence
• Create Awesome Experiences

Job Description Highlights:

Reports To: General Manager 

Location: Marietta, GA

Flexible Schedule: Minimum of 15 - 25 hours a week including weekend availability

Role Scope and Requirements:

The Summer Camp Instructor is a seasonal position that works in coordination with the mission of TOCA. We are looking for someone who would like to be a Seasonal Soccer, Baseball or Softball Instructor for TOCA camps and also assist in refereeing Youth and Adult leagues and events during the summer.

• Teach the basics of soccer through competition and practices
• Explain the rules of soccer, including scenarios and the skills necessary to complete
• Be a role model for the kids and lead by example
• Set up and take down all camp equipment daily
• Administration of activities and ensuring campers are staying on task.
• Lead the activity, guide them, participate as a ref, and in some cases, you may participate as an athlete.
• Ensure every camper has fun, learns something new, and learns that every kid gets something out of camp. Even though it’s difficult, challenging the superstars is just as important as teaching the beginners.
• Assist in weekly operations of Summer camps at the facility
• Assist in checking campers in, getting them warmed up for camp, abiding by the camp schedule set in place, and checking campers out upon camp completion
• Know how to deal with conflict when it occurs during camp
• Create meaningful and lasting relationships with kids and their parents to build their trust in you as their camp instructor
• Must display a great attitude, patience, effort, high energy, and engagement to be successful in this role

Knowledge and Experience: 

• Athletic background is encouraged but not required
• Previous experience in camps, activities, and youth programs is preferred
• Successful completion of a background check if hired
• Fun, energetic, and positive individual
• Coachable and an understanding that each day brings another task

• Play Hard
• Care Deeply
• Grow Together
• Strive for Excellence
• Create Awesome Experiences

• Competitive Pay & On Demand Pay 
• Part Time, Flexible Scheduling 
• Career Growth & Development 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Active & Fit Membership 
• Benefits Hub Discount Marketplace 
• So many TOCA Perks we can't name all of them, but we'll try: 4 TOCA Training Sessions, 50% Off Classes, Free Pick/League Play, 1 Free Birthday Party, Food and Beverage Discount, and 2 Free Packages to share with your squad! Whew! 

• Provide supportive feedback, timely interventions, and consistent reinforcement.
• Lead engaging, tech-enabled training sessions that help improve players’ technical ability, awareness, and decision making following TOCA’s session curriculum.
• Guide players in structured sessions through thoughtfully designed player pathways that help them achieve their personal goals.

• Build strong connections with players, parents, and coaches—you're their go-to for technical guidance and motivation.
• Follow up with clients, keep them engaged, and celebrate their wins.
• Be the welcoming face that makes the TOCA experience unforgettable.

• Team up with the TOCA Training Manager to track progress, review performance, and strategize for growth.
• Support efforts to win back players, analyze data, and adjust training methods as needed.

• Keep the facility a fun, clean, and inviting space. You create the atmosphere, ensuring everything stays positive and player friendly.
• Lead by example, upholding TOCA’s core values of excellence, innovation, and community.

• Soccer experience (coaching or playing at youth, college, or pro levels).
• A passion for coaching and player development.
• Energy to work afternoons, evenings, weekends, and the occasional holiday.
• Ready to be active and move, lift, and assist throughout the day!