Assistant Coordinator

Lil' Kickers of Portland; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Free beverages and concession discounts

Job summary

Lil' Kickers of Portland is seeking high-energy Assistant Coordinators / Lead Coaches. This hybrid role requires coaching and managing daily operations for children's soccer classes. Ideal candidates enjoy working in a dynamic environment, can handle both on-field and light administrative tasks, and aim for leadership. Responsibilities include coaching, supporting program operations, and enhancing player experiences. The position offers competitive wages, a flexible schedule, and various benefits.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.
• Is organized, proactive, and communicative.
• Can balance coaching with light administrative responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Coaching weekday morning and afternoon classes.
• Supporting daily program operations and communication.
• Helping manage free trial customers.

Skills

Coaching

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

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.

Role Overview

• 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

Company Overview

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.

What Makes This Role Unique

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

Ideal Candidate

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

For both our Southeast Portland and Beaverton locations, we are hiring a:

• Sunday–Wednesday Lead
• Wednesday–Saturday 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