Youth Soccer Coach

Soccer Shots; Ebensburg (Cambria County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading children's soccer program is seeking part-time coaches to inspire and engage children aged 2-8 through soccer. Coaches will conduct sessions focused on skill development and character building, ensuring safety and positive experiences for every child. Comprehensive training and certification will be provided, and all employment is seasonal. Join us to make a difference in children's lives while enjoying a fun and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and certification

Seasonal employment

Qualifications

• Must process and submit Child Abuse History Clearance, PA Criminal Background check, and FBI Fingerprints.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and prepares for fun and positive 35- to 45-minute sessions.
• Ensures the safety and well-being of every child in your care.
• Communicates timely with the supervisor about any changes or challenges.

Skills

Driven

Passionate

Safety-conscious

Caring

Prepared

Professional

Energetic

Job description

About Us

Soccer Shots is an engaging children's soccer program specialized for children ages 2-8 years, with a focus on character and skill development. Our caring team positively impacts children's lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, curriculum, and communication. We are passionate about what we do and are looking to add people to our team who feel the same!

Compensation

Our coaches start at $18/hour, with an opportunity to increase to $24/hour based on experience level. Session timeframe is 1 hour in total, and coaches are generally assigned between 4-8 sessions per week, pending availability and willingness to travel.

Qualifications/Attributes

• Driven - looking to help children learn, grow, and meet their goals
• Passionate - possesses a love for sports, education, and enjoys being a role model
• Safety-conscious - #1 priority is the safety of children under their care
• Caring - engages with each child through specific and positive affirmation
• Prepared - plans ahead and conducts each session according to the provided curriculum
• Professional - commits to doing what is expected of them as an outstanding coach and face of Soccer Shots
• Energetic - brings Soccer Shots to life by creating a fun and positive atmosphere that leaves a lasting impression on each child

Job Description / Responsibilities

Preparation

• Completion of training program
• Reviews online curriculum (prepared for you ahead of time, and aligned with Pennsylvania early education standards)
• Maintains equipment in proper condition and arrives on time to set up the field for the session

Coaching

• Ensures the safety and well-being of every child in your care
• For childcare sites, gathers children from the classroom and returns them after the session
• Conducts and prepares for fun and positive 35- to 45-minute sessions, following the weekly Soccer Shots curriculum

Communication / Administration

• Effectively communicates using age-appropriate language aligned with the curriculum
• Communicates timely with the supervisor about any changes, challenges, or important information
• Completes the online attendance sheet directly after each session
• Returns maintained equipment and leftover supplies to the supervisor upon completion of each season

This is a part-time position requiring fewer than 15 hours per week. Soccer Shots programs are seasonal, and employment is also seasonal. All employment is at-will.

Candidates must process and submit a Child Abuse History Clearance, PA Criminal Background check, and FBI Fingerprints. We will assist with this process if necessary.

Training and Development

• We provide comprehensive training and certification, including use of our developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Our curriculum emphasizes character development and skill building
• Training meetings are held at the beginning of each season
• Coaches are routinely evaluated and given feedback for growth
• Our selection process values the ability to engage and inspire children, not just soccer skills

More About Soccer Shots

Soccer Shots is recognized among the top franchises in youth fitness and recreation, with over 140 franchises nationwide and in Canada. We are the official program for ages 2-5 for the US Youth Soccer Association.

You’ll laugh, break a sweat, and know you made a difference. Feel free to reach out with questions.

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Call us: (814) 808-KICK