Youth Sports Coach

Job Description

Job Description

About Us:

Soccer Stars is the leading youth sports program for children ages 12 months to 13 years on Long Island and in Eastern Queens. Our acclaimed program provides an energetic, enjoyable, and age-suitable introduction to the fantastic game of soccer by providing classes, camps, and clinics held in schools, community centers, and local parks. We take pride in our creative curriculum, which focuses not only on soccer skills but also on fostering social skills and character development, creating a positive and lasting impact on every child we coach. We also offer multisport programs as well as non contact martial arts programs!

Some of the reasons why people want to work for Super Soccer Stars:

• Flexible schedule
• Competitive pay -
• Assistant coaches starting at $20/hr
• Lead coaches starting at $30/hr - promotion to lead coach and beyond based on education, experience, & attending professional development sessions. Ability to grow up to $45/hr long term.
• Paid training available immediately

Class blocks are offered throughout the week and weekends at various times. Classes are most often held during the below ranges. Candidates must have consistent availability for the classes they are hired for. Candidates with flexible or open availability are preferred:

• Mon - Fri (9:00 - 12:00)
• Mon - Fri (1:00 - 4:00)
• Mon - Fri (4:00 - 7:00)
• Sat & Sun (9:00 - 2:00)

• Our Coaches show up on time for every class to set themselves up for success
• Our Coaches use individual attention to ensure every child has success
• Our Coaches use a non-competitive approach to ensure classes are fun with a stress-free environment
• Our Coaches use positive reinforcement to encourage children to do better and celebrate success
• And finally, our coaches have a blast. They are open-minded, and know that coaching is a continuous journey. All Coaches are open to feedback and strive to be better by attending regular trainings and following the Super Soccer Stars Coaching Manual

Requirements

• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel to local schools/location with your own reliable transportation.
• The more you are able and willing to travel, the more work you will have!
• We have locations all across Long Island & Queens.
• Passion for sports / fitness and working with young children, particularly early childhood (1-5 yrs,) and elementary ages (5-12 yrs.)
• Background in fitness a plus (athletics, sports, dance, cheer, gymnastics, martial arts, exercise science, kinesiology, physical education, etc.)
• Background working with children a plus (camp counselor, elementary education substitute teacher, coach, etc.)
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to pass background check

Benefits

• Flexible Schedules

• Training & equipment provided
• Refer a coach & receive up to $200 * candidate must work for 6months