Do you want to work with a group of fun, energetic people who love sports and doing good for their community? The Northern Piedmont Sports Club might be for you!
Company Overview
The Northern Piedmont Sports Club (NPSC) is dedicated to building wellness in our community through the power of sports. We offer a variety of programs and activities that foster a love of sports while emphasizing teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth. We are looking for multiple proactive, dedicated individuals to join our friendly, fun team as part-time Travel Soccer Coaches.
Summary
A Travel Soccer Coach is responsible for the development and performance of a competitive youth soccer team within the NPSC system. The coach will create a positive and challenging environment that promotes player growth, teamwork, and a passion for the game. The role includes planning and executing training sessions, coaching games, and fostering a culture of sportsmanship and excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coaching & Player Development
- Plan and lead structured, developmentally appropriate training sessions (2–3 per week).
- Implement a coaching philosophy aligned with the Club’s developmental curriculum and style of play.
- Provide individual feedback and player evaluations to support player and team development.
- Foster an environment that prioritizes skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
- Model appropriate behaviors including (but not limited to) sportsmanship, professionalism, resilience, and respect.
- Game Management
Prepare and manage the team for league games, tournaments, and other competitions.
- Develop game strategies and make tactical adjustments during matches.
- Encourage player leadership and decision-making on the pitch.
- Team Administration & Communication
- Communicate effectively with players, parents, and Club leadership regarding schedules, expectations, and progress.
- Work with the club’s Director of Coaching to ensure alignment with the Club’s overall player development goals and soccer program curriculum.
- Work with the Team Manager to facilitate team logistics, including travel planning, for tournaments.
- Professional Development
- Stay up-to-date with coaching methodologies and best practices.
- Attend club meetings, coaching education programs, and licensing courses as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 1 year of coaching at the competitive level OR 3 years coaching at recreational level.
- USSF D License or foreign equivalent OR a combination of 1 in person USSF Grassroots
- Module plus 2+ years of competitive soccer coaching experience.
- Strong knowledge of youth soccer development principles.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel for games and tournaments.
- Passion for player development and mentorship.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive stipend based on experience and qualifications.
- Mileage and hotel reimbursement for tournament expenses for locations more than 120 miles away from Warrenton, VA
- Opportunity to be part of a dynamic team working in a community-focused sports club.
Location:
This position is based at the Athey Sports Complex in Warrenton, VA and requires travel up to 8 weekends during the soccer year for games/tournaments.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a completed Travel Coach Job Application and resume to ExecutiveDirector@NPSCunited.org. Please include “Travel Soccer Coach Application” in the subject line.
