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To Submit a Job Opportunity to this page, email to katie@illinoisyouthsoccer.org  Only position for affiliated recreational leagues or clubs that play in an affiliated Illinois Youth Soccer competitive league (CISYL, IWSL, ILLOWA, SLYSA or YSSL) will be posted. Include which leagues your teams play in in the body of your email. Postings that do not include that information will not be listed

Wheaton United SC

Wheaton United Soccer Club is looking for passionate and knowledgeable coaches to join our staff. We’re seeking individuals with soccer coaching experience, a strong understanding of player development, and the ability to create a positive and motivating environment for athletes.

Positions available:

  • Head/Assistant Coach
  • Goalkeeper Coach

Requirements:

  • USSF Grassroots coaching license or higher (or willingness to obtain)
  • Previous soccer coaching/playing experience
  • Ability to work nights and weekends
  • Strong organizational and communication skills

If you’re interested, please send your resume to Executive Director Nathan Atkinson at nathan.atkinson@wheatonunited.net.

SAA United SC

SAA United SC, located in Schaumburg, are actively seeking Staff Coaches for their upcoming 2025 – 26 season and beyond. Click here to learn more about the positions available and to begin the application process. For any questions, please email Caulbert Smith at caulbert.smith@saa-online.com.

Peoria FC United

PFCU is seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director of Coaching to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for running a specific age group and performing administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Coaching.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and manage a designated age group within the club.
  • Implement training programs and development plans for players.
  • Conduct regular coaching sessions and provide feedback to players.
  • Assist with administrative tasks as directed by the Director of Coaching.
  • Ensure compliance with club policies and procedures.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive environment for all players.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of a US Soccer D License or equivalent coaching certification.
  • Proven experience in coaching youth soccer.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with other coaches and staff.
  • Passion for developing young athletes and promoting the sport.

Salary Range: $30,000 – $50,000
Start Date: August 1, 2025
Minimum Qualifications: US Soccer D License or similar coaching license or obtain in 12 months of hire date
Hours: 30-40 Hours per week/May Include weekends

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to doc@peoriafcu.com by 5/15/25. There is no relocation allowance for this position.

Ela Soccer Club

Ela Soccer Club Is accepting applications for part time and full-time coaching staff for the Fall 2025-2026. 

Successful candidates must be able to work in a team environment, have good communication skills, be knowledgeable and enthusiastic with a passion to motivate others.

Requirements: USSF Grassroot or higher coaching license. Past coaching experience in youth soccer.

Candidates must pass a criminal background check, have a valid driver license, be a US citizen or hold permanent resident status.

Salary commensurate with experience.

To apply for a coaching position, please send a cover letter and resume with job history and professional references to jose.fleita@elasoccer.com

Northwind Soccer Club

Northwind Soccer is currently seeking a qualified Head Coach. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and motivated, with the ability to build positive relationships with players of all ages and skill levels. They will challenge and inspire players to grow both as athletes and individuals.

Responsibilities:

  • Coaching teams during practices, games, and tournaments
  • Planning and implementing training sessions based on the club curriculum
  • Effective communication with players, staff, and parents
  • Attending meetings and organizing game schedules

Qualifications

  • USSF License (or United Soccer Coaches equivalent) with a commitment to ongoing professional development
  • Willingness to coach players from U7 through U19 age groups

Compensation:

  • Salary based on the number of teams and experience
  • Reimbursement for continuing education courses

To Apply:

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to Tom Roe at roe@northwindsoccer.com

Celtic FC Chicago

Celtic FC Chicago Soccer Club is seeking a positive, knowledgeable, and hard-working individual who is eager to work alongside an experienced and dedicated staff that is highly motivated and committed to creating a holistic, positive learning environment while developing young players’ skills and understanding of the game.

Position Requirements:

  • Possess a minimum of USSF ‘D’ License or equivalent (willingness to work towards further licensure)
  • Previous soccer coaching/playing experience 
  • Work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Must pass a criminal background check, possess a valid driver’s license, and have adequate transportation

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

  • Developing players in the U13 to U18 Age Groups.
  • Coaching matches and leading training sessions for player pools
  • Implementing the club’s methodology, curriculum, and game model
  • Attending staff, parent, and player meetings

Benefits:

  • Staff receive financial assistance for ongoing coaching education
  • All staff are provided Nike coaching gear throughout the year

Apply Now:

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to our Director of Coaching, Adam McLemore, at: DOC@celticfcchicago.com.

For more information about Celtic FC Chicago Soccer Club please visit our website, www.celticfcchicago.com.

Sockers FC 

Sockers FC Chicago is seeking a positive, dynamic, knowledgeable, and hard-working individual who is passionate about supporting female youth soccer development. Candidates should possess the willingness to work within an experienced and dedicated staff that is focused on empowering young female student-athletes. Female coaches are strongly encouraged to apply.  

Position Requirements: 

  • Possess a minimum of USSF ‘C’ License or equivalent (willingness to work towards further licensure) 
  • US citizen or current valid work permit 
  • Previous soccer coaching/playing experience 
  • Previous experience coaching female youth soccer 
  • Work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays 

Desired Qualifications: 

  • Possess a USSF ‘B’ License 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  

  • Work with female players aged U12-U19 
  • Coach matches and implement training sessions for pools of players 
  • Follow a club methodology, curriculum, and game model 
  • Attend staff meetings, parent meetings, and player meetings 

Benefits include: 

  • FT Staff receive financial assistance for ongoing coaching education 
  • All staff are provided Capelli coaching gear throughout the year 
  • FT Staff are eligible for health, dental, vision, and life insurance  
  • FT Staff are eligible for 401K 

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to ruane.jj@sockersfcchicago.com.  

Northwind Soccer Club: Girls Program Director 

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Oversee U12-U14 age groups.
  • Create session plans based on curriculum.
  • Sessions will be evaluated and sent to coaches to deliver that week.
  • Sessions will be sent to parents with a synopsis of what teams are working on.
  • Evaluate players for internal movement and identify players for showcase teams (U12 and U14).
  • Attend a game for each team within the age group.
  • Point of contact for guest players.
  • Identify players who need guest playing opportunities (+/-)
  • Age group meetings for U12, U13 & U14.
  • Be involved in individual team meetings.
  • Other responsibilities where needed.

Qualifications

• C License or National Diploma (or equivalent) 

Compensation and continuous education opportunities to be discussed on offer of position. If interested please send resume to roe@northwindsoccer.com

Chicago Edge

Chicago Edge Soccer Club is a travel soccer club based in the Oak Park/River Forest area. We are looking for highly motivated, professional individuals to join our current highly licensed coaching staff to work with and develop the young Goalkeepers in our club. We would also be interested in talking to candidates who were interested in a full-time Director of Goalkeeping position.

Qualified candidates should send their resume with license, coaching, and playing experience to Director of Coaching Murray Findlay at murray.findlay@chicagoedgesc.com

Responsibilities

  • Run technical sessions for club goalkeepers during Fall, Winter and Spring
  • Plan and implement developmental curriculum for all clubs GK’s
  • Conduct full GK sessions for all 7v7 teams at least twice throughout the year to identify prospective goalkeepers
  • Work closely with team coaches to provide feedback on the Goalkeepers
  • Assist team coaches at tryouts with GK recommendations per team

Qualifications

Ideal candidates should have soccer playing and coaching experience and possess a license from the USSF or a similar organization.

AAC Eagles

For over 80 years, the AAC Eagles have held an important role in the Polish community of Chicago and achieved national recognition as one of the best amateur soccer clubs in the United States. We are looking for highly motivated and professional individuals to join our highly licensed coaching staff to work in our Little Eagles program focusing on 4-7 year olds.

Ideal candidates should have soccer playing/coaching experience and possess a minimum of a Grassroots license from USSF or willingness to pursue a Grassroots license.
Polish-speaking or Spanish-speaking a plus. 

The soccer program consists of practices 2 times a week. Our fields are based in the Elk Grove Village/Itasca area.

Qualified candidates should send their resume with license, coaching and playing experience to Director of Coaching, Pawel Otachel at aaceagleschicagosocceracademy@gmail.com

Pegasus FC

Pegasus FC is a competitive travel soccer club on Chicago’s North shore. We are looking for highly motivated coaches who bring enthusiasm and knowledge to our coaching family. Senior, head coach, and part-time positions are available with roles and responsibilities based on experience and commitment.

Requirements

  • Grassroots, USSF ‘D’ License or higher.
  • Previous experience in coaching youth soccer.  
  • Evenings and weekend hours.
  • Passion for the sport.

Please submit inquiries and resume to grant@pegasusfc.org

Elite Soccer Coaching Application

Elite S.C. is seeking experienced, professional soccer coaches.  Elite S.C. is a community-based club centered on providing a high quality, competitive and positive soccer experience focused on player and team development. Elite S.C.’s mission is to bring experienced, professional, caring coaches to teach and develop soccer players from the fun, through the passion, to the demands of elite level soccer. We are looking for coaches that are role models and embody the E.L.I.T.E. core values (Effort, Learning, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence).  Our competitive program consists of over fifty plus club teams from the U8 to U23 age groups that compete in leagues throughout the Northwest and Chicagoland Area, as well as, regional and national tournaments.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Serving as a role model for the players while providing a safe environment for the players’ growth
  • Coaches embody the E.L.I.T.E. core values (Effort, Learning, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence)
  • Implementing the club’s technical plan and curriculum for their team in regards to player development, including developing written training plans as needed for all training sessions
  • Attending and leading 2-3 practices a week along with all league games and 1-4 tournaments a season as required by the club’s technical plan for the specific age group and team assignment
  • Communicating with other coaches in the respective age group and the Director of Coaching regarding progress of players’ development and related coaching considerations within the age group
  • Weekly Online Coach Check Form
  • Filling out 2 player feedback forms for each player for the year-end of the fall, end of the winter
  • Complying with all Elite policies and procedures, including attendance at required coaching meetings, seminars and meetings as required by the Director of Coaching
  • Additional coaching and earning opportunities available

Requirements:
The ability to manage, develop, and motivate youth soccer players consistent with the club’s technical direction and the standards set forth by Positive Coaching Alliance. Virtually all of our coaching staff possess some advanced level of certification. Sound organizational and interpersonal communications skills necessary for interaction with the players and their families.  USSF National Coaching License, NSCAA
Elite offers a highly competitive salary based upon coaching experience and qualifications and a number of other benefits, including incentives and reimbursements for Elite coaches to further their coaching education and licensing and otherwise build their careers within Elite.
Our coaches enjoy great benefits and quality facilities, and they get great support from the Elite S.C. Directors and administrative staff, professional coaching colleagues, and families.
If you are a professional coach, or if you are interested in exploring an opportunity to join Elite coaching staff, please send a letter of interest to Stein Garcia, sgarcia@elitesoccer.net, to set up a time to discuss what you can bring to Elite S.C

AAC Eagles: Little Eagles Coach
For over 80 years, the AAC Eagles have held an important role in the Polish community of Chicago and achieved national recognition as one of the best amateur soccer clubs in the United States. We are looking for highly motivated and professional individuals to join our highly licensed coaching staff to work in our Little Eagles program focusing on 4-7 year olds.

  • Ideal candidates should have soccer playing/coaching experience and possess a minimum of a Grassroots license from USSF or willingness to pursue a Grassroots license.
  • Polish-speaking strongly preferred.
  • The soccer program consists of practices 2 times a week. Our fields are based in the Elk Grove Village/Itasca area


Qualified candidates should send their resume with license, coaching and playing experience to Director of Coaching, Pawel Otachel at aaceagleschicagosocceracademy@gmail.com.