Careers
Cleveland Force Soccer Club is seeking passionate, reliable, and self-motivated individuals to join our coaching staff!
Both part-time and full-time opportunities available.
Cleveland Force Pre-Club Program Lead
• Part-Time •
The Cleveland Force Soccer Club is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual for the part-time role of Pre-Club Program Lead. This position is responsible for the on-field execution and oversight of our youngest age groups, ensuring a high-quality, fun, and developmental experience aligned with the club's curriculum.
Weekly On-Field Hours:
5–10 hours per week
Work Days:
3–4 days per week
Pay Rate: $22–$28 per hour
Requirements
- Must be available most weekends
- Must be reliable, responsible, and passionate about soccer and working with children.
- Have reliable transportation to and from all session locations.
- Availability for training sessions and games, typically on weeknights and Saturday/Sunday mornings.
- Demonstrate a willingness to further personal knowledge and development in coaching by working toward the USSF licensing pathway.
- Must be willing to complete a background check, as required for all coaching staff.
- Must complete SafeSport, Heads Up, and Lindsay's Law training requirements.
Program Oversight
- Assist with oversight of Pre-Club Programming on the West and East sides of Cleveland, including Force Minis and Force Juniors.
- Support Youth Academy training programs for U9-U12 players.
- Lead and coach game days for Force In-House leagues for ages 5–8 and 9–12 at TOCA Rocky River or TOCA Ruchmond
- Serve as the on-field lead coach for Juniors, Minis, and Youth Academy sessions.
Coaching & Development
- Implement and execute club practice plans and training sessions.
- Assist in the training and mentorship of coaching staff to ensure alignment with the club's technical curriculum.
Growth & Customer Relations
- Implement and execute club practice plans and training sessions.
- Assist in the training and mentorship of coaching staff to ensure alignment with the club's technical curriculum.
Cleveland Force Assistant Trainer
• Part-Time / Weekend Focus •
The Cleveland Force Soccer Club Pre-Club Program is seeking enthusiastic and committed individuals to serve as part-time Assistant Trainers. This role focuses on providing high-quality support during weekend youth development programs, ensuring a fun, positive, and developmental experience for our youngest athletes.
Weekly Hours:
5–10 hours per week (focused primarily on Friday evening through Sunday)
Work Days: 3 days (weekends)
Pay Rate: $18–$22 per hour (commensurate with experience)
Requirements
- Must be consistently available for weekend training sessions and games (Friday evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays).
- Must be reliable, responsible, and passionate about soccer and working with children.
- Have reliable transportation to and from all session locations.
- Demonstrate a willingness to further personal knowledge and development in coaching.
- Must be willing to complete a background check, as required for all coaching staff.
- Ability to complete required certifications (e.g., SafeSport, Concussion in Sports) as mandated by the club/governing bodies.
Primary Responsibilities
- On-Field Coaching Support: Assist lead coaches in executing age-appropriate training sessions for the Pre-Club Programs, including Force Minis (3-4 year olds), Force Juniors (4-7 year olds), and Youth Instruction Training/Leagues (8-12 year olds).
- Player Development: Engage actively with young players, providing energetic on-field leadership, positive encouragement, and constructive feedback to support their growth.
- Session Execution: Lead or assist specific drills and small-sided games (45-60 minutes), ensuring a structured, positive, and inclusive environment.
- Adherence to Club Standards: Uphold the Cleveland Force SC Coaching Philosophy and Core Values (Commitment, Humility, Integrity, Respect, Passion), and carry out all duties in strict accordance with club policies, particularly those regarding the safeguarding of youth/minor players.
High SChool Player Coach Program
• New Opportunity for Force Juniors & Seniors:
Become a Pre-Club Academy Assistant Trainer •
Hi Force HS Juniors & Seniors,
As one of our high school players, you have already invested years into developing your game and being part of the Cleveland Force Soccer Club. We now want to give you an opportunity to take the next step in your soccer journey—by helping develop the next generation of Force players.
We are excited to introduce the Force Pre-Club Academy Assistant Trainer Program, a paid opportunity designed specifically for current Force high school players who are interested in gaining coaching experience, developing leadership skills, and exploring ways to stay involved in soccer beyond their playing career.
Become a Force Assistant Trainer
As an Assistant Trainer, you will work alongside experienced Force coaches in programs including:
- Force Minis – Ages 3–4
- Force Juniors – Ages 4–7
- Force In-House 5v5 Leagues – Ages 5–12
- Camps & Special Programs
This is an opportunity to mentor younger players, become a role model within our club, and learn what it takes to be a coach. You will work directly with experienced coaches while gaining hands-on experience leading activities, running drills, communicating with young players, and creating a positive environment.
Program Details
| Program Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Who Can Apply | Current Force high school players, age 16+ |
| Pay | $18.50/hour |
| Schedule | Approximately 3–8 hours per week |
| Days | Typically 2–3 days per week, including weeknights and weekends |
| Programs | Minis, Juniors, In-House Leagues & Camps (October - July) |
| Requirements | Passion for soccer, reliability, transportation, and background check |
| 18+ Requirement | If players are 18+ SafeSport certification required for trainers |
Interested?
If this sounds like something you'd like to explore, reach out directly to Michael at michael@force-sports.com to learn more and discuss the opportunity.
We believe some of the best people to inspire our youngest players are the players who have grown up in our own club. We look forward to giving our Juniors and Seniors the opportunity to lead, mentor, learn, and become an important part of the next generation of Force.
Why Participate?
Leadership & Mentorship
Become a role model for our youngest players and help inspire the next generation of Force athletes.
Coaching Development
Learn directly from experienced Force coaches about session planning, drill execution, player engagement, and communicating with young athletes.
Explore Soccer Beyond Playing
Experience the game from a completely different perspective and discover how you can remain involved in soccer long after your playing career ends.
Build Your Resume
Gain real-world experience that can be valuable for future opportunities in coaching, education, sports management, business, child development, and other related fields.
Get Paid to Give Back to the Club
This is a paid position with a competitive hourly rate of $18.50 per hour.
What You'll Do
Assistant Trainers will help:
- Support lead coaches during training sessions and programs
- Lead or assist with drills and small-sided games
- Encourage and engage younger players
- Provide positive reinforcement and constructive feedback
- Help create an energetic, fun, and positive learning environment
- Learn how to communicate effectively with young athletes
- Represent the Cleveland Force Soccer Club and uphold our core values of Commitment, Humility, Integrity, Respect, and Passion
Who Is This For?
This opportunity is ideal for players who:
- Enjoy working with younger children
- Want to develop their leadership skills
- Are interested in coaching or sports-related careers
- Want to give back to the club that has helped them develop
- Are curious about opportunities in sports management, education, business, child development, or professional coaching
- Simply want to find another way to stay connected to soccer
You don't need to know if coaching is your future. That's part of the reason this program exists. Come experience it, learn from our coaches, and see if working with younger players is something you enjoy.
Cleveland Force STAFF COACH
• Part-Time & Full-Time Posttions •
As Cleveland Force Soccer Club continues to grow, we're looking for passionate, reliable, and self-motivated individuals to join our Regional coaching staff!
At Force, we believe in developing players and coaches. We're building a culture that values mentorship, education, and long-term development — both on and off the field. If you're committed to helping players grow and want to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you!
Requirements
- Must be consistently available for weekend training sessions and games (Friday evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays).
- Must be reliable, responsible, and passionate about soccer and working with children.
- Have reliable transportation to and from all session locations.
- Demonstrate a willingness to further personal knowledge and development in coaching.
- Must be willing to complete a background check, as required for all coaching staff.
- Ability to complete required certifications (e.g., SafeSport, Concussion in Sports) as mandated by the club/governing bodies.
What We Offer:
• Market leading coaching pay
• FREE coaching education
• Flexible scheduling
• Travel reimbursement
• Reduced child tuition
• A collaborative, growth-minded coaching culture
Check out additional details below and Join the Force Today!
ASK YOURSELF...
- Would you like to earn a supplemental income from coaching soccer?
- Do you have former playing experience, and want to share your love of the sport with youth soccer players?
If you answered yes, join northeast Ohio’s premier pre-professional youth soccer club! Cleveland Force SC is hiring soccer coaches to work within our Pre-Club, Local, Regional and National platforms.
This job is perfect for you if:
- You are a high-energy individual.
- You are looking for extra income on top of your current job or school.
- You are looking for a strong leadership role to add to your resume.
- You have a passion for soccer.
- You enjoy working in active environments & working with children.
- You are or are studying to work in childcare or education.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Your primary role as a coach is to provide an energetic, progressive, and structured environment that supports player growth within the various components of the sport. The goal of our local platforms is to deliver an unparalleled coaching experience to our customers regardless of age or ability level.
JOB DUTIES
- Session planning and design.
- Function within a coaching staff, potentially across different platforms.
- Lead or assist 45–60 minute age-appropriate training sessions with energy, positivity, and inclusiveness.
- Effective communicator.
- Provide positive feedback, coaching tips and words of encouragement to players.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be an energetic, passionate, self-motivated, and committed to the development of youth soccer players.
- At least a high school graduate.
- Soccer background - preferably high school or collegiate.
- Available weeknights, and Saturday & Sunday mornings.
- Work patiently with children.
- Reliable transportation.
- Willing to complete a background check.
PAY & BENEFITS
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 starting hourly rate.
Negotiable based on experience, and coaching qualifications.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rates.
- Flexible schedule.
- Complimentary Cleveland Force SC apparel.
- FREE child tuition; includes instructional programming, and club programs.
- FREE Internal coaching education led by licensed US Soccer educators.
- US Soccer coaching education reimbursement.
- Travel reimbursement.
- Convenient geographic training locations across northeast Ohio.
- Standardized curriculum for instructional programming, and club programs.
GET IN TOUCH
Start your Cleveland Force SC coaching journey by reaching out and letting us know that you are interested! Please fill out the form below and we will be in touch!
Questions?
Please reach out to our Executive Director, Marko Raduka,
Marko@Force-Sports.com
Coaching Interest Form
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