Part Time Youth Soccer Coach

Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Signing bonus

Training & development

Soccer Shots is an engaging children's soccer program 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 specialize in programs for children ages 2 through 9 years old and are dedicated to providing high-quality, foundational soccer training that prepares children for a lifetime of soccer.

We are looking for caring and engaging coaches who can work a minimum of once per week and can commit to at least 8 weeks of the same day/time. We have opportunities every day of the week between our daycare programs, after-school programs, and public park programs. Soccer Shots programs are offered during select weeks of the year; thus, employment is seasonal. All employment is at-will.

MUST RESIDE IN Colorado Springs CO! This is not a remote position. You will be driving to locations, so it is partly remote, while in your car.

Though we continue to grow, we are still a family business at heart. We aim to develop each of our coaches in areas including leadership, early childhood education, and sports management.

Why coach for Soccer Shots?

Best-in-class, nationally-recognized training program to prepare you to teach and coach soccer skills to children ages 2-9.

Ongoing education to continuously improve in your coaching.

Compensation $20-34 per hour, with an unlimited opportunity raises. Sessions last from 30 to 60-minutes in length.

Flexible hours include opportunities to coach sessions in the morning, afternoons, or weekends. 5-15 per sessions a week, with opportunities to become more full time!

Fun, engaging, and creative culture within a growing business.

Requirements

Must love impacting children and the game of soccer.

Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Experience working with young children ages 2-9 is REQUIRED

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Soccer playing or coaching background (preferred)

Responsibilities

It is a coach's responsibility to manage and direct all duties related to the operation of a Soccer Shots session, including, but not limited to, the following:

Preparation

Attends coaches meeting at beginning of season.

Reviews online curriculum (prepared for you ahead of time, and aligned with Colorado state early education standards).

Maintains equipment in proper condition and arrives on time to set-up field for session.

Coaching

Ensures the safety and well-being of every child.

For childcare sites, gathers children from classroom and returns after session (note: for public location, no pick-up/drop-off required).

Follows proper on-site protocol for each location, as prepared and provided by Soccer Shots supervisor.

Conducts fun and positive 30 to 45-minute sessions, following the weekly Soccer Shots curriculum.

High energy, and reliable!

Communication/Administration

Communicates in a timely fashion with supervisor about any changes, challenges, or important information.

Completes online attendance sheet for each session.

Submits time sheet per payroll policy.

Returns equipment and leftover supplies to supervisor upon completion of each season.

Soccer Shots coaches are:

Safety-conscious: the top priority is the safety of children under their care.

Caring: engage with each child through specific and positive affirmation.

Organized: plan ahead and conduct each session according to the provided curriculum.

Responsible: commit to doing what is expected of them as an outstanding coach and "face" of Soccer Shots.

Energetic: bring Soccer Shots to life by creating a fun and positive atmosphere for each child.

We also love referrals! If you know of someone who might be interested in joining our team, please pass along this position!