Morning Preschool Soccer Coach

Soccer Shots Franchising; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading children's fitness franchise as a Youth Soccer Instructor in Kalamazoo! This part-time role is perfect for dynamic individuals who are passionate about working with young children aged 2-8. You'll be responsible for leading engaging soccer classes and making a positive impact on children's lives. With a flexible schedule and the opportunity to work in various settings like preschools and community centers, this position is ideal for those looking to inspire confidence and joy in kids. If you're enthusiastic, responsible, and ready to bring your energy to the field, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Must be passionate about working with children aged 2-8.
• Responsible, professional, and enthusiastic demeanor required.

Responsibilities

• Arrive on time, handle groups of children, and maintain attendance.
• Create a fun and engaging environment for children during classes.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working with children

Communication skills

Responsibility

Professional appearance

Soccer experience

Tools

Computer

Printer

Internet access

Job description

Youth Soccer Instructor/Early Childhood Educator needed for children ages 2-8.

Soccer Shots (the official two to five-year-old program of US Youth Soccer) is looking to expand our team of dynamic early childhood instructors to accommodate our growth in the Kalamazoo, Portage, and Battle Creek area.

Soccer Shots is the #1 Children’s Fitness franchise in the country. Why? Aside from the incredible curriculum, leadership, and passion, it’s because we only hire the best instructors to work with our children. We take our work with children very seriously, and it is vital that you are incredibly passionate about working with children. We aim to make a positive lasting impact on children and help grow their confidence both on and off the field.

We operate in preschools, day cares, community centers, as well as public spaces. We have classes Monday-Thursday mornings and afternoons as well as Saturday mornings year-round. Session start times vary depending upon location and season but typically fall within the following timeframes and repeat each week: morning (8:30 am - 12 pm) or afternoon (3:30 pm - 6:45 pm).

Minimum Requirements:

1. Responsible: Arrives on time to each session, can handle a group of 10 or more children, keeps accurate attendance, communicates well with Soccer Shots director of coaching, etc.
2. Professional: Neat in appearance, friendly and courteous with day care center staff and director as well as parents, self-assured.
3. Enthusiastic: Must enjoy interacting with young children (2 – 8 years old), and be able to connect with them on their level, making the Soccer Shots class the best part of their week. You must be very outgoing and animated; able to be silly with the children. Experience with children is required.
4. Soccer: Soccer experience is a plus but is not necessary!
5. Transportation: Must have your own, reliable transportation and valid license and car insurance.
6. Equipment: Must own and have daily access to a computer, printer, and internet.

This is a part-time position. Please provide a resume and cover letter with application.