Preschool Soccer Coach Early Childhood Sports Instructor Creve Coeur

Soccer Shots Greater St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization that provides a unique soccer experience for children aged 2-8, focusing on character development and positive engagement. As a coach, you will play a vital role in shaping young lives through soccer while fostering a fun and educational environment. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development, ensuring that you are well-prepared to make a lasting impact. If you are passionate about working with children and have a background in soccer, this is an exciting chance to contribute to a meaningful cause while being part of a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Experience engaging and leading children aged 2-8 is essential.
• Must pass a Child Abuse History Clearance and Background Check.

Responsibilities

• Lead children's soccer sessions focusing on character development.
• Ensure the safety and health of all participants.

Skills

Engaging children

Soccer experience

Early Childhood Education

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Early Childhood Education background

Job description

COME COACH WITH US

Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer experience with a focus on character development. We positively impact children, ages 2-8, through the game of soccer. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition, we provide an exceptional customer experience and consistent communication with those we serve.

LOCATION

Creve Coeur, MO + 15 mi radius

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is:

1. Confidently competent: Demonstrated experience engaging and enthusiastically leading children between the ages of 2-8. Experience with soccer (player, coach, etc.). Early Childhood Education background preferred but not required.
2. Caring and others-oriented: Known for engaging with children through specific and positive affirmations. Fervent in ensuring the safety and health of those we serve.
3. Learning mindset: Motivated and seeking growth, professional development, and continuous improvement.
4. Driven and responsible: Known for delivering results, honoring commitments, being organized and on-time.
5. Team-oriented: Believes the team comes before self but is also comfortable working individually and/or remotely throughout the week.
6. Thoughtful communicator: Shares perspectives, ideas, and feedback willingly and constructively.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Must be willing to commit to a full season; longer term opportunities also available.
2. Must have reliable transportation and active mobile phone with data plan.
3. Must successfully pass a Child Abuse History Clearance and Background Check and complete fingerprinting through MOVECHS. Applicant minimum age: 18 years old.

Soccer Shots reserves the right to make amendments to the schedule and/or availability requirements from time to time and at its sole discretion. All employees are expected to work upon agreement of scheduled days with the Director. Employees will be required to complete comprehensive virtual and on-field training as part of the on-boarding process.