Township of Tiny

As a volunteer Soccer Coach, you’ll lead weekly practices, teach fundamental soccer skills, and create a positive, safe, and inclusive environment for youth players. This role supports teamwork, sportsmanship, and skill development while fostering a love for the game.

Position Purpose / Goals

• To provide a safe, positive, and supervised environment for youth soccer.
• Teach participants fundamental soccer skills.

Tasks / Outline of Responsibilities

• Organize and lead practice sessions.
• Adapt coaching methods to participants’ age and skill level.
• Encourage and motivate players for practices and games.
• Explain and enforce safety rules.
• Monitor safe equipment use.
• Ensure fair play and equal participation opportunities.
• Set clear, achievable expectations and goals.
• Demonstrate good sportsmanship
• Communicate promptly with municipal staff regarding concerns or attendance issues.
• Direct parent or media inquiries to the Recreation Services Coordinator.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Team-oriented, friendly, and reliable.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fair, enthusiastic, and punctual.
• Basic understanding of soccer.
• Maintains a positive attitude and appropriate attire (Township shirt/running shoes).

Time Commitment Expected / Length of Appointment

• One (1.5) hour training session.
• Weekly sessions (1 hour each) for six weeks during the soccer season.

Location

• Township of Tiny Soccer Fields (29 Concession 5 East)

Working Conditions/Accessibility

• Outdoor environment, variable weather conditions.
• Appropriate clothing, footwear, sunscreen, and insect repellent recommended.
• Stay hydrated and take regular breaks in hot conditions.
• Volunteer shirts provided must be worn during coaching.

Level of Risk

• Low to Medium Risk; general knowledge required.
• Regular supervision provided.
• Interaction with vulnerable populations; no confidential information or cash handling.

Screening, Orientation and Training

• Completion of Volunteer Agreement and Training Checklist
• Orientation session provided.
• Soccer-specific and Health & Safety training included.

Supervisor/Contact Person

• Recreation Service Coordinator and/or designate.