Assistant Coordinator

Assistant Coordinators / Lead Coaches

Portland Lil' Kickers is looking for high-energy Assistant Coordinators / Lead Coaches who can both coach and help run the daily operations of our program. This role is designed for someone who thrives in a fast-paced soccer setting, enjoys working with children of all ages, and wants to help shape both the culture and consistency of our programs. This is a hybrid coaching + operations role with a strong presence on the field and in daily program execution. Please note we are not hiring seasonal employees, applicants should be local to the Portland, OR area and able to work beyond the summer season.

Assistant Coordinators/Lead Coaches are responsible for:

• Coaching weekday morning and afternoon classes
• Supporting daily program operations and communication
• Helping manage free trial customers, include pre and post class phone/email communication
• Assisting with coach check-ins and team development
• Leading brief daily training or staff huddles
• Supporting weekend programming and front desk flow when scheduled

We Offer:

• League Team Credit (eligible after probationary period)
• Free Membership
• Employee Discounts on programming
• Competitive Wages
• Flexible scheduling
• Additional benefits and perks!
• Free beverages and concession discounts

Our business provides recreational services for children as young as 18 months to 12 years old. We do this through a child development approach and a variety of activities and programming through classes, leagues, camps, and party/events.

This is not a traditional coaching-only position. You will:

• Be part of the daily leadership of a growing our Lil' Kickers program
• Help shape how players experience our program
• Work closely with staff to improve coaching quality and consistency
• Have a direct impact on player retention and program growth
• Be trusted with both on-field coaching and off-field operations

We're looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-driven environment
• Is organized, proactive, and communicative
• Can balance coaching with light administrative responsibilities
• Brings energy, consistency, and accountability to every shift
• Wants to grow into a leadership role

Schedule Summary:

• SundayWednesday Lead
• WednesdaySaturday Lead

Weekday shifts: 8:30 AM 6:00 PM (with lunch break) Weekend shift rotation (7:00 AM 1:00 PM) Wednesday shared leadership + weekly team meeting Compensation: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour

About Us

Lil' Kickers is a nationwide soccer program rooted in child development theory for kids ages 18 months to 12 years old. Weekly classes are packed with fun and taught by dynamic coaches with a passion for kids. We focus on helping children build strong physical, intellectual and emotional skills using the game of soccer. With more than 100 locations across the U.S. and Canada, Lil' Kickers has been a source of fun and individual growth for more than 1,000,000 participants over the past 20 years.

Our Philosophy

Using world-renowned child development theories, our curriculum is child-centered, creative, and comprehensive. By rewarding the children's effort and not just the outcome, we drive the will to try again and again and again. We believe an amazing on-field experience will keep children engaged and coming back for more.

Our Mission

To inspire. We believe childhood is a magical time full of possibilities. We believe in approaching everything from a developmental perspective. We believe learning should be fun. We believe in creating space for all children whether they are on the road to all-star soccer or simply just want to play.

Every Coach within Lil' Kickers has gone through rigorous training to make sure each child is getting the best instruction possible that is both age-appropriate and developmentally minded.