Seasonal Youth Soccer Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY

City Parks Soccer teaches kids of all levels the basics of soccer in NYC parks through informal play and free instruction. Use of all equipment is provided. CPF is seeking to hire experienced college players, coaches or PE teachers to provide free soccer instruction to children in NYC parks this Spring, Summer and Fall. Spring and Fall classes will typically take place during after school hours or on weekends from 9am - 12pm.

Summer classes will take place on weekdays 9:00am - 12:00pm. Instructors will be trained by CPF and will be seasonal employees of the City Parks Play Department. Our program sites are throughout NYC, however staff are usually assigned to work in their borough of residence.

Compensation: commensurate with experience and can range from $20 to $30/hour

• Demonstrate basic soccer skills and teach daily lesson plans
• Organize groups of up to 40 children per class in an orderly and safe manner
• Monitor distribution and storage of equipment
• Monitor weekly attendance and maintain accurate records of class participants
• Answer questions from parents and promote whenever possible to the community

• High School diploma
• Experienced players or coaches with knowledge of soccer
• Ability to work with diverse constituencies, both internal and external to CPF
• Exceptional communication skills and work-ethic
• Prior group-teaching experience preferred, preferably with children
• Willingness and ability to carry and transport sports equipment as needed
• Applicants will be subject to a background check and Safe Sport training