Soccer Shots Part Time Children's Soccer Coach

Soccer Shots - SE CT/SW RI; Stonington (CT); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in children's fitness is seeking passionate and energetic youth soccer instructors to join their team. This exciting role involves working with children aged 2 to 8, providing them with a fun and engaging soccer experience that fosters confidence and teamwork. Coaches will operate in various settings, including daycares and community centers, throughout the year, making a lasting impact on young lives. If you have a love for working with children and a desire to contribute positively to their development, this part-time position offers a rewarding opportunity to inspire and connect with the next generation of soccer stars.

Qualifications

• Must enjoy interacting with children aged 2-8 and be outgoing.
• Reliable transportation and valid license are required.

Responsibilities

• Arrive on time and manage groups of children effectively.
• Create a fun and engaging soccer experience for kids.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working with children

Communication skills

Responsibility

Soccer experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer

Printer

Internet access

Job description

Passionate, energetic, and fun-loving youth soccer instructors are needed to work with children ages 2 to 8 in the Southeastern Connecticut area (Old Lyme, East Lyme, Waterford, New London, Groton, Mystic, Stonington, Norwich).

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. Working with children is something we don’t take lightly, and it’s imperative that you not only enjoy working with children, but that you are incredibly passionate about it. We are in this to impact children in such a way that we leave a lasting impression on them that will give them the confidence to be successful both on and off the field.

We operate in daycares, preschools, community centers, park settings, etc. We have sessions running Monday through Sunday. We operate year-round and offer four seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer.

This is not a summer position only - we are looking for team members who are available to coach with us year-round!

The ideal coach MUST meet the following criteria:

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 daycare 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 highlight of the child's week. You must be very outgoing and animated; able to be silly with the children.
4. Soccer: Soccer experience is a plus but not required. Having some familiarity with the game works as well.
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 with application. Cover letter is recommended.

*Must be available on Saturday and or Sunday mornings between 8:30am - 12:00pm.