Carmel Valley - Youth Soccer Coach (Summer Camp) – Wave Camps FC| Paid Coaching Role at San Diego Wave Camps – San Diego, California
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Youth Soccer Coach (Summer Camp) Wave Camps FC| Paid Coaching Role
San Diego Wave FC Soccer Camps is hiring Youth Soccer Coaches for our 2026 Summer Camps across San Diego County.
This is a paid summer camp soccer coach position working with kids ages 412 in a fun, high-energy, and supportive environment inspired by the values of San Diego Wave FCempowerment, teamwork, and excellence.
As a Youth Soccer Coach, you will lead campers through engaging drills, games, and skill development activities while helping them build confidence, make positive choices, and develop a lifelong love of soccer. We provide the soccer camp curriculum, equipment, and trainingyou bring the energy, leadership, and passion for working with kids.
Whether you're an experienced soccer coach, athlete, or educator, this is an opportunity to make a real impact while spending your summer outdoors.
Why Work San Diego Wave Camps:Work as a paid youth soccer coach in a fun summer camp environment
Be part of the official Wave Camps FC youth development experience
Inspire the next generation of athletes through sport, leadership, and confidence-building
Build coaching and leadership experience for careers in education, coaching, or sports management
Connect with other passionate coaches and educators
Potential eligibility for San Diego Wave FC match tickets
Participate in end-of-summer camper + staff reunion
Lead daily youth soccer camp activities, drills, and games
Teach fundamental soccer skills including passing, shooting, dribbling, and teamwork
Create a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all campers
Motivate and engage campers ages 412 throughout the day
Provide individualized coaching and encouragement
Execute the San Diego Wave Camps curriculum
Collaborate with fellow coaches and Site Directors
Serve as a role model by demonstrating leadership, integrity, and enthusiasm
Experience working with children (ages 412 preferred)
Experience as a soccer player, soccer coach, or athlete (high school level or higher preferred)
Passion for youth development through sports
Strong communication and leadership skills
Positive, energetic, and team-oriented personality
Reliable and committed for the duration of camp sessions
Ability to make learning soccer fun and engaging
Available MondayFriday for ~8 hours per day
Able to commit to 47 weeks during summer 2026
Camp season runs from June 22, 2026 August 7, 2026
Ability to travel to camp locations including Carmel Valley, Eastlake, Point Loma, Encinitas, La Jolla, and Carlsbad with reliable transportation
Must pass a background check
Professional Educator: $23.50/hour (1+ year teaching experience or teaching certification required)
Experienced Coach: $20.00/hour (2+ years coaching experience required)
College Student / Recent Graduate: $18.00/hour
Step 1: One-way video interview
Step 2: 15-minute virtual interview
Step 3: Hiring decision