Skills Institute Coach

Sofive; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Sofive Soccer Center is looking for energetic, dependable coaches to join our Skills Institute team. As a Skills Institute Coach, you will lead structured weekly soccer classes for children ages 5 to 12.

Using our proven curriculum, you will help players develop technical skills, confidence, teamwork, and a lasting love for the game. This part-time role offers flexible weekend hours, a consistent weekly schedule during a 13-week season, and opportunities to grow with a fast-growing company and

Qualifications

• Passion for soccer and youth development
• Positive, energetic, and encouraging attitude
• Ability to keep children engaged in a group setting
• Dependability and commitment to scheduled classes
• Willingness to learn and develop as a coach
• Previous playing, teaching, or coaching experience is helpful but not required
• Successful completion of a background check

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging soccer training sessions for children ages 5 to 12
• Teach core skills including dribbling, passing, shooting, movement, and teamwork
• Follow the Skills Institute curriculum and class structure
• Create a positive, encouraging, and appropriately challenging environment
• Promote teamwork, perseverance, confidence, and sportsmanship
• Build strong relationships with players and families
• Represent Sofive, Skills Institute, and Lil' Kickers professionally and enthusiastically
• Support special events and local marketing initiatives when needed

Job description

Sofive, the home of 5-a-side soccer; a new kind of soccer center. We make "the beautiful game" more available than ever before for soccer and fitness enthusiasts by providing easy access to the highest quality, 5-a-side, all-season soccer centers.

We are a growing startup that is developing state-of-the-art soccer centers – modern sport complexes with small-sided soccer fields. We have 22 sites to date, with many more in the pipeline.

Integrity is the backbone of our organization. We value reliability and professionalism in our partnerships with businesses and team members. And of course, we are passionate about soccer!

Resonate with this? Then let’s connect. Learn more here and on our website. Find open positions and come grow with a technology empowered, community minded organization that is passionate and knowledgeable about the soccer industry. Sofive is soccer. Non‑stop.

Skills Institute Soccer Coach

Position Type: Part Time

About the Role

Sofive Soccer Center is looking for energetic, dependable, and kid-focused coaches to join our Skills Institute team.

As a Skills Institute Coach, you will lead structured weekly soccer classes for children ages 5 to 12. Using our proven curriculum, you will help players develop technical skills, confidence, teamwork, and a lasting love for the game.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Flexible part-time hours
• Consistent weekly schedule throughout each 13-week season
• Limited coaching experience required
• Supportive and energetic team environment
• Opportunities to develop leadership, communication, and coaching skills
• Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding company
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on young athletes

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging soccer training sessions for children ages 5 to 12
• Teach core skills including dribbling, passing, shooting, movement, and teamwork
• Follow the Skills Institute curriculum and class structure
• Create a positive, encouraging, and appropriately challenging environment
• Promote teamwork, perseverance, confidence, and sportsmanship
• Build strong relationships with players and families
• Represent Sofive, Skills Institute, and Lil' Kickers professionally and enthusiastically
• Support special events and local marketing initiatives when needed

Schedule

• Weekend availability is required
• Additional shifts may be available on weekday afternoons and evenings
• Coaches must commit to consistent weekly shifts throughout the 13-week season

Qualifications

• Passion for soccer and youth development
• Positive, energetic, and encouraging attitude
• Ability to keep children engaged in a group setting
• Dependability and commitment to scheduled classes
• Willingness to learn and develop as a coach
• Previous playing, teaching, or coaching experience is helpful but not required
• Successful completion of a background check

Whether you are looking to begin a career in coaching, strengthen your leadership skills, or share your love of soccer with the next generation, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.