Youth Soccer Coach

Soccer Shots Pittsburgh; Coal Center (Washington County); On-site; USD 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid training & development

Employee discounts

Job summary

A youth sports organization is seeking part-time coaches to lead soccer sessions for children aged 2-8. You will engage with small groups and provide a fun, educational experience. Candidates should be energetic, reliable, and enjoy working with children. The position offers a flexible schedule, competitive pay of $18 per session, and paid training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience with youth (ages 2-8) in some capacity.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of 5-12 kids for pre-planned weekly soccer sessions.
• Arrive early, prepared and ready to coach.
• Commit to coaching at least two seasons throughout the year.

Skills

Energetic

Reliable

Organized

Strong communication skills

Experience working with young children

Education

High School degree preferred

Job description

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule - work when you are available
• We operate at over 70 locations throughout the Greater Pittsburgh Area (Allegheny, Westmoreland, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, and Washington Counties)
• Competitive salary
• Increase in pay based on coaching performance
• Free uniforms
• Lesson plans and all equipment provided
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid training & development
• Employee referral program / bonus
• Employee discounts
• Company social outings

Getting paid to play, isn't that everyone's dream? At Soccer Shots you can do just that!

Soccer Shots is a program that introduces soccer to children aged between 2-8 in a fun, non- or semi-competitive and creative way.

Don’t know much about soccer? No problem!

• While it is a bonus to have some knowledge of the game it is not essential. Paid training will be provided
• Our program is growing, offering coaching opportunities at local day care centers, local parks, preschools and more.

Pay for our open position is $18 per 30-35 minute session coached

• Flexible schedule
• Part time coaches typically have between 5-25 sessions / week depending on location and availability (sessions are 30-35 minutes in length)

Qualifications

• Experience with youth (ages 2-8) in some capacity
• Energetic, reliable, organized
• Drivers license / car required
• High School degree preferred, must be at least 18 years old
• A successful candidate must pass a background check

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of 5-12 kids for pre-planned weekly soccer sessions
• Arrive to session location(s) early (15 minutes prior to start time), prepared and ready to coach
• Commit to coaching at least two seasons (we operate year-round, with winter, spring, summer, and fall seasons)

Qualities of a Great Coach:

• A safety-conscious, child-centered approach
• A drive to make an impact in the community
• Experience working with young children
• Strong communication skills
• The ability to uniquely engage with children on their level
• A strong, energetic personality & reliable work ethic

We provide our children's soccer experience through weekly sessions at schools, childcare centers, and public locations. We operate year-round and assign classes over the course of a season. You'll need to be able to commit to coaching at least two ~9 week seasons, and we'll schedule classes that fit your availability as your schedule can change each season.

If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of young children, we can't wait to talk to you!