Children's Soccer Coach

Soccer Shots Los Angeles; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Wellness resources

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Soccer Shots is seeking a passionate part-time Youth Soccer Coach to guide children ages 2 to 8 in Oakland, CA. The role offers a flexible schedule with options for full-time shifts, including weekends. You’ll coach, set up fields, and help kids develop soccer skills and confidence.

No prior coaching experience is required; we provide paid training and opportunities to advance to lead roles. Local candidates only, with weekend availability needed.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for children and sports.
• Safety conscious and attentive to surroundings.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to stand, jog, and model children’s soccer skills.

Responsibilities

• Bring Soccer Island alive with energy and creativity.
• Conduct sessions for children ages 2–8, including setup and teardown.
• Encourage character development through positive reinforcement.
• Use Soccer Shots curriculum and early childhood teaching techniques.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive environment and communicate with families.

Skills

Passion for children

Safety-conscious

Reliable transportation

Physical stamina

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources
• Flexible schedule

Soccer Shots is seeking a passionate part-time Youth Soccer Coach to serve children ages 2-8.

You’ll laugh. You’ll break a sweat. You’ll go home at the end of the day knowing that you made a difference. It may be tough, but coaching our kids will be one of the most rewarding things you ever do.

Local candidates only please (no work status or visa sponsorship available)

PART-TIME SCHEDULE or FULL-TIME SCHEDULE

Hours between M-F, 8:30am-5:30pm (and Sat/Sun 9am-12pm)

Must be available to work one day out of the weekend.

What We Offer

• Competitive Base Pay
  • The training rate is $22.50/session
  • After completing training, pay is $25/session (including admin and setup/breakdown time).
  • Pay can be up to $30/session through advancement
• Additional Pay
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Program Growth Incentive
  • Perfect Attendance Reward
  • End of Season Bonus
  • Coach Referral Incentive
  • Parent Feedback Reward
• Training—No experience is required!
  • We offer a paid comprehensive training program to learn Soccer Shots’ clear and easy-to-learn curriculum
• Career Progression - We love to promote from within
  • Opportunities to take on full-time roles, program coordination, coach management, marketing, partnerships, and more
• Company Events
  • This includes group training to share best practices, team outings, and competitions
• Fun and Positive Environment
  • Core value rewards (Nike swag, etc.)
  • Sponsored sports and first aid certifications
  • Coach of the Season and Coach of the Year awards
  • Free programming for family and discounts for friends
• YOUR IMPACT:
  • Our inbox is filled with comments from families raving about our coaches who sparked passion for the game and helped build confidence in kids.

Schedule

• Flexibility – We only schedule sessions closest to you, with opportunities to change availability from season to season (winter/spring/summer/fall)
• Mondays through Fridays: mornings, afternoons, and evenings are optional
• Saturdays: mornings are required
• A full ten‑week commitment is required to take on a lead role.

The Job

• Bring “Soccer Island” alive with your enthusiasm and creativity
• Conduct soccer sessions for children 2 to 8 years old, including field set‑up and take‑down
• Encourage character development through positive reinforcement and modeling
• Utilize expert‑created Soccer Shots’ curriculum and early childhood development teaching techniques in every session
• Foster a safe and inclusive environment for all participants
• Communicate effectively with families, caregivers, and teachers

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for children and sports
• Safety conscious
• Access to reliable transportation
• Ability to stand, jog, and model children’s soccer skills

Who We Are

Soccer Shots is an engaging intro-to-soccer program fueled by coaches who are driven to impact children’s lives in a positive way. Our program focuses on age-appropriate soccer skills, character development, and fun in every session.

Our Core Values

• We Care
• We’re Stronger Together
• We are Candid
• We Own It
• We Pursue Excellence
• We Grow

Everything we do, from scheduling to pay structure, creates a supportive environment where our coaches are cared for.

Company Website: https://www.soccershots.com/sfbay/