Preschool Soccer Coach / Early Childhood Sports Instructor / St Peters

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing a fun and educational soccer experience for young children. As a coach, you will engage with kids aged 2-8, fostering their love for soccer while promoting character development. This role requires a passion for working with children, creativity, and a commitment to their safety and growth. With a supportive environment and comprehensive training, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young athletes. If you are enthusiastic, responsible, and ready to inspire the next generation, this coaching position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience leading and engaging children ages 2-8 is essential.
• Must be patient, imaginative, and safety-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Lead and engage children in soccer activities with a focus on character development.
• Ensure the safety and health of participants during sessions.

Skills

Experience with children (ages 2-8)

Soccer experience (player or coach)

Early Childhood Education background

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Early Childhood Education Certification

Tools

Mobile phone with data plan

Transportation

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

St. Peters, MO + 15 mi radius

IDEAL CANDIDATE

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. Gifted with patience, excellent imagination, and stellar silly face.
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. Believes the team comes before self and is team-oriented but is also comfortable working individually and/or remotely throughout the week.
6. Thoughtful and professional 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.