Soccer Trainer & Site Coordinator

At Rapids Youth Soccer, we focus on whole-player development on and off the field. We strive for players to develop a lifelong love of the game and use the skills learned through their time with Rapids to succeed in all they desire to achieve.

POSITION VISION:

As a Soccer Start Site Coordinator & Trainer, your goal is to introduce players, boys and girls ages 3-5 years old, who want to discover the joys of soccer and initiate them in its practices. We work with parent volunteers to coordinate sessions and promote player’s love for the game and fundamentals! Sessions are 50 minutes long, you should arrive ~15 minutes beforehand and you will be given a session plan to run for each individual “practice” with the support of parent volunteers.

CORE VALUES:

• Win Within - We strive to be the best in all that we can control as an organization; communication, operations, website, etc. As well as winning with our staff and as individuals.
• In and Up - We look to move our people and players up from within the organization first.
• Keep it Simple, Keep it Small - As a big club with big ideas, we make sure not to over complicate things and to keep ideas and communication simple.
• Enjoyment First - We want to win the hearts of our players and staff. We find joy in our work on and off the field.
• Moment of Truth - We recognize the importance of every moment and interaction to create something remarkable.
• Own It - We hold a high standard and expect great things from our staff, coaches, and players. We own our roles and responsibilities in working with youth.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Player Experience

• Promote learning through play.
• Promote a sporting education based on respect and fair play from the youngest age.
• Encourage a spirit based on the enjoyment of playing.
• Foster a safe environment for players and spectators.
• Focus on each player's physical, social, cognitive, and emotional development.
• Employ guided discovery with their players and teams on the soccer field. This process allows players an opportunity to be creative and actively participate in each new skill presented. It also allows the players to ask questions and practice making appropriate choices.

MARKERS OF SUCCESS:

• Positive experience: Every training staff member should provide a high-level experience for our Rapids families.
• Creating a good learning environment: By letting the game be the teacher, the players are encouraged to learn.
• Develop player self-esteem and self-confidence: The value of understanding children, being fair and enthusiastic, and being a positive role model, cannot be underestimated.

Locations:

Parker - Cherokee Trail Elementary School (Monday-Thursday), Tallman Meadows Park (Saturday)

Centennial - Piney Creek Hollow Park

Lone Tree - Foxridge Hollow Park

Fall 2025 Schedule :

Mondays - Thursdays: 50 minute sessions each day from 5-5:50pm

Saturdays: 50 minute sessions from 9-9:50am & 10-10:50am

Job Type: Contract. Pay starts at 25$ an hour, rising based on qualifications.

The contractor is not an employee of the Club and, therefore, not entitled to workers’ compensation insurance or benefits in connection with the services performed under this agreement. The contractor must pay all federal and state income tax due on any money paid under this agreement.

Pay is commensurate with experience for compensation.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to Bobby Weeks, (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)., with the subject titled “Soccer Start Site Coordinator & Trainer.” Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled.

To apply please email your resume along with a short introduction to: