Job Description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Soccer Shots NWLA is looking for a passionate part-time soccer coach to serve children ages 2-8.

Looking for a fun and flexible job? Join Soccer Shots and be the best part of a child’s week.

What We Offer:

• Training - We offer a paid comprehensive training program to learn Soccer Shots’ curriculum, developmentally appropriate coaching techniques, and best practices.
• Flexibility – We only schedule you when you’re available, at sessions closest to you, with opportunities to change availability from season to season (winter/spring/summer/fall).
• Career Progression - We love to promote from within. Opportunities to take on full-time roles or internships in program coordination, coach management, marketing, partnerships, and more.
• Fun – Get ready to be active, laugh, cheer, and maybe even do a victory dance or two. Our coaches aren't just about teaching soccer; they're the smiling faces of our brand, delivering the unique Soccer Shots experience.
• YOUR IMPACT - It goes way beyond the field. Our inbox is filled with comments from families raving about our coaches who sparked passion for the game and helped build confidence in kids.

Our Team Culture:
Everything we do, from our scheduling to our pay structure, creates a fun and
supportive environment where our coaches are taken care of.

• Work/Life Balance
• Company Events - Including group training to share best practices, team outings, and competitions.
• Fun and Positive Work Environment - Core value rewards (swag, gift cards, childcare reimbursement, employee discounts, etc.).

Our Schedule:

• Mondays through Fridays: mornings, afternoons, and evenings
• Saturdays mornings

The Job:

• Bring “Soccer Island” alive with your enthusiasm and creativity.
• Conduct soccer sessions for children 2 to 8 years old, including field set-up and take-down.
• Encourage character development through positive reinforcement and modeling.
• Utilize expert-created Soccer Shots’ curriculum and early childhood development teaching techniques in every session.
• Foster a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Follow all on-site safety and attendance protocols.
• Communicate effectively with families, caregivers, and teachers.

Qualifications:

• No prior sports/coaching experience required.
• Genuine passion for children and sports.
• Energetic, engaging, and responsible.
• Safety conscious.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of kids ages 2-8.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to stand, jog, and model children’s soccer skills.
• Coaches must have or obtain state-required clearances.

Who We Are:
Soccer Shots is an engaging intro-to-soccer program fueled by coaches who are driven to impact children’s lives in a positive way. Our program focuses on age-appropriate soccer skills, character development, and fun in every session.

Our Core Values:

• We Care
• We’re Stronger Together
• We are Candid
• We Own It
• We Pursue Excellence
• We Grow

Don’t miss your chance to be part of a collaborative coaching team, changing lives through soccer.
Compensation: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Are you looking for a great job where the work is actually fun?

Do you want to work somewhere you can get real job experience while making a difference in your community?

Are you passionate about sports, education, being a positive role model and impacting young children?

You’ve come to the right place! We change lives. We help children learn, grow and meet their goals. We care.

About Us

Soccer Shots is an engaging children's soccer program for children ages 2-8 with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children's lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, curriculum and communication.

We train the best coaches in the business

1. We put every Soccer Shots coach through our comprehensive training program to receive certification that includes learning the use of developmentally appropriate coaching techniques.
2. Our coaches are routinely evaluated and undergo ongoing training.
3. Our coach selection process evaluates not only the ability to coach soccer, but, more importantly, the ability to engage and inspire children.

Our families experience exceptional customer service and ongoing communication

1. Members of the Soccer Shots team must be excellent communicators – with children, with parents, with partners and with each other!
2. Our team understands the importance of timely, responsive communication.

We use expert-approved curriculum that aligns with early childhood education standards

1. Our developmentally appropriate curriculum places an emphasis on character development and skill building.
2. Our program is created under the guidance of childhood education specialists, professional soccer players and experienced and licensed soccer coaches.
3. We constantly re-evaluate and update our curriculum to stay current with childhood education standards.

Whether you’re looking for a part-time, flexible job, or a full-time career - if you have a passion for positively impacting children, we’d love to talk to you.