Children's Enrichment Instructor

Soccer Shots - New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Company parties

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Soccer Shots New Orleans is hiring a Children’s Enrichment Instructor to lead sessions for kids ages 18 months to 8 years across schools and parks in the Greater New Orleans area. This full-time role offers a structured schedule and opportunities for advancement.

The position emphasizes early childhood development, coaching, and leadership, with no sports experience required. A positive, energetic attitude is essential for creating memorable learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Must be energetic, dependable and fun to be around.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Organized, coachable and eager to learn for leadership growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead 30–35 Soccer Shots sessions per week for ages 18 months–8 years.
• Create a safe, fun environment where each child can succeed.
• Deliver the curriculum with enthusiasm and consistency.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, teachers and school partners.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and Coaching Support team.

Skills

Energetic

Dependable

Communication

Organized

Coachable

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• 401(k)
• Employee discounts

Full-Time Children's Enrichment Instructor

Full-Time | Salaried | 35,000/year

Soccer Shots New Orleans

Make an Impact. Have Fun. Help Shape the Next Generation.

Do you love working with young children? Are you energetic, positive, and passionate about helping kids build confidence through sports?

Soccer Shots New Orleans is looking for a Children’s Enrichment Instructor to join our team. This role is perfect for a recent graduate or early‑career professional who wants to build a meaningful career in early childhood development, coaching, and leadership. No Sports Experience Required!

You’ll spend your week creating fun, memorable experiences for children ages 18 months–8 years old through Soccer Shots sessions at schools and parks throughout the Greater New Orleans area, including Metairie, Uptown New Orleans, Mid City New Orleans, Kenner, the Westbank, and Chalmette.

If you’re looking for a career where you can make a difference every day, have fun while you work, and grow as a leader, we’d love to meet you!

What You’ll Do

Coach & Create Amazing Experiences for Children

• Lead 30-35 Soccer Shots sessions each week for children ages 18 months–8 years old at schools and parks throughout the Greater New Orleans area.
• Create a safe, fun, and encouraging environment where every child feels successful.
• Deliver our proven curriculum with enthusiasm, professionalism, and consistency.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, teachers, and school partners.

Support Coaching Operations

• Work alongside the Executive Director and Coaching Support team.
• Assist with daily team needs.
• Use tools like Connecteam and Monday.com to stay organized and support team success.

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Energetic, dependable, and fun to be around.
• Passionate about making a positive impact on young children.
• A strong communicator who enjoys building relationships.
• Organized, coachable, and eager to learn.
• Excited about developing leadership skills and growing with our team.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with children ages 18 months–8 years old (teaching, coaching, childcare, camps, recreation, etc.).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Schedule

• Full-time salaried position.
• Monday–Friday schedule.
• Some evening availability required.
• Saturday morning programming opportunities available with additional compensation.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary: $35,000 annually
• 100% reimbursement for all work‑related fuel expenses.
• 5 days of Paid Time Off + additional PTO earned each year.
• More than four weeks of paid holidays annually, including Christmas/New Year’s, Mardi Gras week, and Thanksgiving week.
• 401(k) eligibility.
• Professional development and leadership training.
• Opportunities for advancement as Soccer Shots New Orleans continues to grow.

Help us create smiles, build confidence, and inspire a lifelong love of movement and play.

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