Daycare Soccer Educator

Soccer Shots; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a part-time soccer coach, where your passion for children and sports will shine! This exciting role involves conducting engaging soccer sessions for kids aged 2-8, emphasizing character development and fun. Enjoy flexible scheduling, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career advancement within a supportive and positive work environment. Be part of a collaborative coaching team that makes a real difference in children's lives through soccer. If you're energetic, responsible, and ready to inspire the next generation, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid training program

Flexible schedules

Career advancement opportunities

Leadership training

Fun work environment

Core value rewards

Qualifications

• No prior sports/coaching experience required.
• Genuine passion for children and sports is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct soccer sessions for children ages 2-8 with enthusiasm.
• Foster a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.

Skills

Passion for children

Energetic

Engaging

Safety conscious

Adaptability

Job description

Soccer Shots Chicago NW Suburbs is seeking a passionate part-time soccer coach to work with children ages 2-8, with opportunities for future full-time employment.

What We Offer:

• Training - We offer a paid comprehensive training program to learn Soccer Shots’ curriculum, developmentally appropriate coaching techniques, and best practices.
• Flexibility – We only schedule you when you’re available, at sessions closest to you, with opportunities to change availability from season to season (winter/spring/summer/fall).
• Career Progression - We love to promote from within. Opportunities to take on full-time roles or internships in program coordination, coach management, marketing, partnerships, and more.
• Fun – Get ready to be active, laugh, cheer, and maybe even do a victory dance or two. Our coaches aren't just about teaching soccer; they're the smiling faces of our brand, delivering the unique Soccer Shots experience.
• YOUR IMPACT - It goes way beyond the field. Our inbox is filled with comments from families raving about our coaches who sparked passion for the game and helped build confidence in kids.
• Company Events - Including group training to share best practices, team outings, and competitions.
• Fun and Positive Work Environment - Core value rewards (swag, gift cards, childcare reimbursement, employee discounts, etc.).

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.
• Follow all on-site safety and attendance protocols.
• Communicate effectively with families, caregivers, and teachers.

Qualifications:

• No prior sports/coaching experience required.
• Genuine passion for children and sports.
• Energetic, engaging, and responsible.
• Safety conscious.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of kids ages 2-8.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to stand, jog, and model children’s soccer skills.
• Coaches must have or obtain state-required clearances.

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

Benefits:
- $18 per 30-35 minute session (and up to $20 per session based on advancement)
- Flexible schedules (Are you a student? We’ll work around your class schedule, and your schedule will be consistent for the entirety of the semester)
- Career advancement and growth opportunities (all our professional office staff were former coaches!)
- Leadership training and professional development
- Fun (you get to be silly) and active (you get to be up and moving while you work) job

Don’t miss your chance to be part of a collaborative coaching team, changing lives through soccer.