Youth Sports Coach — Basketball or SoccerBuild Athletes. Build Confidence. Create Memorable Experiences.
Wild About Sports Academy is seeking energetic, dependable, and passionate basketball and soccer coaches to join our growing team.
We are looking for coaches who understand that youth sports are about more than teaching a game. Great coaches create organized, welcoming, and first-class environments where young athletes feel supported, challenged, and excited to return each week.
Whether your background is in basketball or soccer, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing within a professional, year-round youth sports organization.
Position Summary
As a Youth Sports Coach, you will lead engaging training sessions, support player development, and create a positive team environment for young athletes.
Wild About Sports Academy operates school teams, recreational programs, and competitive teams in both basketball and soccer. Coaches may work in one or several of these environments based on their experience, qualifications, availability, and areas of interest.
Our coaches are expected to deliver every session with energy, preparation, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities Player Development
Plan and lead structured, age-appropriate training sessions that improve technical ability, decision-making, confidence, athletic development, and overall performance.
Positive Coaching
Create an encouraging environment where athletes feel comfortable learning, competing, making mistakes, and growing.
Team Culture
Promote teamwork, accountability, sportsmanship, effort, respect, discipline, and pride in representing Wild About Sports Academy.
Session Preparation
Arrive on time and prepared with an organized training plan, appropriate equipment, and a clear objective for each session.
Player Assessment
Observe player performance and provide constructive, age-appropriate feedback that supports individual growth and development.
Game and Event Leadership
Coach practices, games, scrimmages, tournaments, camps, clinics, leagues, and special events when assigned.
Game Strategy
Develop and implement age-appropriate game plans, team concepts, and competitive strategies based on the level and goals of the team.
Communication
Maintain professional, clear, and respectful communication with athletes, families, school administrators, team managers, and fellow coaches.
Safety and Supervision
Maintain a safe, organized environment and provide proper supervision during all practices, games, camps, and academy events.
Professional Representation
Serve as a positive representative of Wild About Sports Academy through appearance, conduct, communication, preparation, and attention to the family experience.
Continuous Development
Remain open to feedback, staff training, coaching education, curriculum development, and continued professional improvement.
Program Opportunities
Wild About Sports Academy provides basketball and soccer programming across multiple levels, giving coaches the opportunity to work with athletes throughout their development journey.
School Teams
Coach basketball or soccer teams at our partner schools during the academic year. School-based coaching includes practices, games, communication with school administrators, and the opportunity to represent WASA within established school communities.
Recreational Programs
Introduce young athletes to basketball or soccer in a positive, structured, and development-focused environment. Recreational coaches help players build fundamental skills, confidence, teamwork, and a genuine love for the game.
Competitive Teams
Work with more advanced athletes in a higher-performance environment that includes structured player development, league competition, tournaments, evaluations, and long-term team growth.
Camps and Clinics
Lead seasonal camps, specialty clinics, player-development sessions, and other academy events designed to provide athletes with engaging and memorable sports experiences.
Whether coaching a child’s first practice or preparing a competitive team for tournament play, every WASA coach plays an important role in creating a professional and meaningful experience for athletes and families.
Qualifications
Previous coaching experience in youth basketball or soccer is preferred but not required.
A strong playing background in basketball or soccer may also be considered.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- A genuine passion for working with children and young athletes
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism
- The ability to manage groups in a positive and organized manner
- The ability to teach age-appropriate skills and concepts
- A willingness to follow Wild About Sports Academy curriculum and coaching standards
- The ability to work collaboratively with coaches, administrators, and school partners
- Availability during afternoons, evenings, and weekends
- Reliable transportation to assigned locations
- A professional appearance and positive attitude
Coaching certifications, licenses, CPR or first-aid training, teaching experience, or previous work in youth development are considered a plus.
Successful completion of all required background screening is mandatory.
What We Look For
We are not simply looking for someone who knows basketball or soccer.
We are looking for coaches who:
- Bring energy and enthusiasm to every session
- Take pride in preparation and presentation
- Understand how to connect with young athletes
- Communicate professionally with families
- Accept feedback and want to improve
- Create organized, personal, and memorable experiences
- Demonstrate patience, consistency, and leadership
- Care about both athletic development and character development
- Represent the standards and culture of Wild About Sports Academy
About Wild About Sports Academy
Wild About Sports Academy is a growing South Florida youth sports organization dedicated to delivering exceptional basketball and soccer experiences for children of all ages and ability levels.
Our programs provide a complete player pathway, allowing young athletes to progress through school teams, recreational programs, and competitive teams in both basketball and soccer.
Our year-round programming includes:
- School basketball and soccer teams
- Recreational basketball and soccer programs
- Competitive basketball and soccer teams
- Camps and specialty clinics
- Player-development programs
- League and tournament competition
- School partnerships and community events
At Wild About Sports Academy, we believe great coaching extends beyond teaching skills. We develop confident young people, build lasting relationships with families, and create experiences that inspire a lifelong love for sports.
Our goal is to combine professional coaching, thoughtful organization, strong communication, and genuine care for every athlete and family we serve.
Schedule
Coaching schedules may include:
- Weekday afternoons
- Weekday evenings
- Saturday games
- Weekend tournaments or special events
- Seasonal camps during school breaks and summer
Schedules vary by program, location, sport, and coaching assignment.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Your resume
- A brief introduction explaining your coaching or playing background
- The sport you are applying to coach: basketball or soccer
- The type of program you are most interested in: school, recreational, competitive, or multiple
- Your general afternoon, evening, and weekend availability
- Any relevant coaching licenses, certifications, or references
Join Wild About Sports Academy and help us create a first-class youth sports experience—one athlete, one family, and one session at a time.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Internship
Pay: $20.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kendall, FL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Are you capable of passing a Level II Background check
Experience:
- Basketball: 1 year (Preferred)
- Soccer: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
