Soccer Instructor (After-School Program)
Location: Burnaby School District (SD41), British Columbia
Position Type: Part-Time, Contract
Schedule: Weekday afternoons (3:00–4:00 PM or 4:00–5:00 PM)
Compensation: $30–$35 per hour (based on experience)
About Mindora Learning
Mindora Learning provides engaging after-school enrichment programs for children in Grades K–7 across Burnaby schools. Our programs focus on STEAM, robotics, science, arts, music, sport, and personal development — always delivered in an inclusive, child-centred environment.
About the Role
As a Soccer Instructor, you will deliver skill-progressive, joyful, and inclusive soccer sessions for children ages 5–12 (Grades K–7). No experience is required from participants — every child plays every session and no child ever sits on the bench. Sessions follow a progressive curriculum differentiated by age group: K–2 build fundamental movement skills through soccer-based play; Gr 3–7 develop real technique, spatial awareness, and small-sided game understanding. Sportsmanship is taught explicitly every session — not assumed.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver progressive soccer skill sessions for a mixed-age K–7 group, differentiated by developmental level.
- Deliver K–2 sessions through fundamental movement and soccer-based games; deliver Gr 3–7 sessions with real technique development and small-sided game application.
- Structure every session across four blocks: dynamic warm-up, focused skill practice (dribbling, passing, shooting, defending, game awareness), small-sided play, and cool-down reflection.
- Teach one or two specific skills per session through progressive, age-appropriate drills and small-group challenges — differentiated by developmental level, not ability ranking.
- Facilitate modified small-sided games (non-competitive) in which every child is involved, every child has the ball, and every child contributes.
- Teach sportsmanship vocabulary and social awareness explicitly in every session — through the cool-down reflection and throughout game play.
- Ensure no child ever sits on the bench — full participation every session is a non-negotiable program standard.
- Celebrate effort consistently — never outcome — in shooting, dribbling, defending, and all other skill areas.
- Set up and maintain soccer equipment, including any size-appropriate balls and cones.
- Communicate regularly with the Program Coordinator regarding student progress, skill development, and program outcomes.
- Follow all Burnaby School District policies, safety procedures, and child-safeguarding requirements.
Qualifications
Required
- Degree, diploma, certificate, or equivalent experience in Kinesiology, Physical Education, Sport Coaching, Recreation, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years of experience working with children ages 5–12 in educational, camp, after-school, or sport settings.
- Demonstrated experience coaching or instructing soccer or comparable team sports to children.
- Ability to differentiate skill activities across a mixed-age, mixed-ability K–7 group within a single session.
- Understanding of and commitment to a non-competitive, skills-first, cooperation-over-competition model of youth sport.
- Ability to teach sportsmanship, communication, and teamwork explicitly and consistently — not just assume them.
- Energetic, positive coaching style that celebrates effort and builds genuine confidence and love of the game.
- Strong facilitation and behaviour management skills for active outdoor group settings.
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- Emergency First Aid & CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain before start date).
Preferred
- Canada Soccer coaching certification — Active Start, FUNdamentals, or Learning to Train stage (or equivalent).
- Experience delivering sport programs within an OST (out-of-school time) or after-school context.
- Familiarity with sport-based youth development (SBYD) frameworks and long-term athlete development (LTAD) principles.
- Experience working with diverse and mixed-ability groups, including children with limited prior sport experience.
- Experience working in Burnaby SD41 or a comparable multicultural school community.
Why Join Mindora?
- Competitive hourly compensation.
- Flexible part-time schedule — 1–2 afternoons per week.
- Opportunity to build genuine love of sport in children during the most formative years.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- All soccer equipment and curriculum resources provided.
How to Apply
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to:[email protected] Line: Soccer Instructor Application
Important: If available, please include:
- Links to your LinkedIn profile, coaching portfolio, or any soccer or sport programs you have led.
- Photos or videos of sport sessions, training activities, or youth programs you have coached.
- Any coaching certifications or professional development relevant to youth sport.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Pay: $30.00-$54.65 per hour
Work Location: In person
