Preschool Soccer Coach

Soccer Shots -Connecticut; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 17,831 - 25,397; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

$15.69 paid field training

Great company culture

Thorough training

Job summary

A youth sports organization is looking for enthusiastic instructors to engage children aged 2-8 in soccer activities. The role requires a fun and outgoing personality, responsibility in managing sessions, and effective communication with parents and supervisors. Flexible scheduling and a positive work culture are offered. Training and uniforms will be provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to engage with children aged 2-8 effectively.
• Responsible in attendance and session management.
• Good at communicating with leadership and parents.

Responsibilities

• Arrive on time and handle up to 12 children during sessions.
• Communicate effectively with Soccer Shots leadership.
• Maintain a fun and engaging atmosphere for young children.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working with children

Good communication skills

Ability to engage with kids

Responsibility and reliability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Company Profile:

Soccer Shots is the leader in youth soccer development for children ages 2-8. Our nationally recognized program offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to the wonderful game of soccer. Our innovative curriculum emphasizes both soccer skills and character development. Our goal is simple: to leave a lasting, positive impact on every child we serve.

The ideal instructor MUST meet the following criteria:

Responsible: Arrives on time to each session, can handle a group of 12 children, keeps accurate attendance, distributes end of season prizes and certificates of completion, communicates well with Soccer Shots leadership team.

Professional: Neat in appearance, friendly and courteous with parents, and/or facility staff: self-assured and confident.

Enthusiastic: Must enjoy interacting with young children (2 – 8 years old); and to connect with children and communicate on their level, making the Soccer Shots class the best 30-45 minutes of their week. You must be very outgoing and animated; able to be silly with the children.

Experience: Soccer experience is preferred, but not required. Must be able to easily engage and interact with a group of up to twelve 2-8 year olds.

Reliable & Committed: Must be willing / able to commit to your set schedule for each 8-11 week season.

Self-sufficient, Communicative, and Responsive: The duties of position make it such that good communication and feedback from our coaches is necessary. Since we do not all work together at one location, responsiveness & the ability to initiate conversations and to request support when needed is important. Coaches must be able to keep themselves on track schedule-wise & must maintain effective & timely communication with supervisors about any challenges or with concerns . We require a response within 24 hours of communications sent by Soccer Shots leadership personnel.

Transportation/License: Must have reliable transportation and valid driver's license

Eligibility: Eligible to work in the U.S., and pass a background check

High School Diploma

WHAT YOU GET:

$15.69 paid field training

Flexible scheduling catered to your location and availability

Great company culture

Thorough training

Uniform and equipment necessary to coach

OUR CORE VALUES:

We care

We own it

We pursue excellence

We are stronger together

We are candid

We grow

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