Youth Soccer Coach

soccershots-sandiegoeastcounty; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly cell phone stipend

Mileage reimbursement

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Tuition assistance

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Job summary

Soccer Shots East County San Diego, LLC is seeking energetic, responsible part‑time coaches to deliver our age‑appropriate soccer sessions to children from 18 months to 10 years old. As a Soccer Shots coach, you’ll run, demonstrate, and adapt activities using our curriculum while ensuring a safe, positive environment and ongoing communication with families.

This role offers flexible scheduling, training and development, and opportunities for advancement within a nationally recognized youth

Qualifications

• Ability to run, play, and actively engage with children throughout a class.
• Ability to lift and transport sports equipment weighing approximately 40 pounds.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable vehicle.
• Willingness to drive to classes throughout San Diego East County and surrounding San Diego communities as needed.
• Availability for at least two weekdays (Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday) and Saturdays.
• Ability to make a 1-year commitment.
• Proof of a TB test within the past two years or negative TB test within two weeks after hire.

Responsibilities

• Coach approximately 10–20 classes per week, depending on availability and program needs.
• Lead soccer activities for children ages 18 months–10 years old.
• Follow and execute the Soccer Shots curriculum while adapting activities to children’s needs.
• Represent Soccer Shots professionally at preschools, elementary schools, parks, and other community locations.

Skills

Energetic

Patient and encouraging

Reliable and responsible

Adaptable

Positive role models

Professional communicators

Job description

Benefits:

• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Mileage reimbursement (IRS rate)
• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties

Youth Soccer Coach

Soccer Shots East County San Diego, LLC

Part-Time | $18.00–$23.00/hour

About Soccer Shots

Soccer Shots is a nationally recognized youth soccer program dedicated to delivering premier soccer experiences that positively impact children's lives.

Our San Diego East County franchise partners with preschools, elementary schools, and public parks to bring high-quality soccer instruction and character development to children ages 18 months–10 years old.

Our coaches are positive role models who help children build confidence, develop character, and create lasting memories through soccer.

The Role

We’re looking for energetic, responsible, and dependable individuals who enjoy working with children and have a passion for soccer.

As a Soccer Shots coach, you’ll lead age-appropriate soccer sessions using our predesigned curriculum while adapting activities to the needs of your students. This is an active, hands‑on role where you’ll run, play, demonstrate activities, and engage with children throughout each class.

Whether you’re interested in early childhood education, youth mentoring, coaching, or meaningful part‑time work, Soccer Shots provides opportunities to learn, grow, and make a positive impact.

What You’ll Do

• Coach approximately 10–20 classes per week, depending on availability and program needs.
• Lead soccer activities for children ages 18 months–10 years old.
• Follow and execute the Soccer Shots curriculum while adapting activities to children’s needs.
• Use games, demonstrations, movement, and play to keep children actively engaged.
• Encourage character development through positive reinforcement and early childhood education techniques.
• Maintain a safe, supportive environment for every child.
• Communicate professionally with families, caregivers, and teachers.
• Attend monthly coaching meetings and training sessions.
• Represent Soccer Shots professionally at preschools, elementary schools, public parks, and other community locations.

What Makes a Great Coach?

We’re looking for people who are:

• Energetic — comfortable being active and bringing enthusiasm to every session.
• Patient and encouraging — able to connect with children at different ages, abilities, and developmental stages.
• Reliable and responsible — committed to arriving prepared and on time.
• Adaptable — able to follow a structured curriculum while adjusting to the needs of each class.
• Positive role models — committed to reinforcing confidence, sportsmanship, respect, and positive behavior.
• Professional communicators — comfortable interacting with children, families, teachers, and teammates.

Requirements

• Ability to run, play, and actively engage with children throughout a class.
• Ability to lift and transport sports equipment weighing approximately 40 pounds.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable vehicle.
• Willingness to drive to classes throughout San Diego East County and surrounding San Diego communities as needed.
• Availability for at least two weekdays (Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday) and Saturdays.
• Ability to make a 1-year commitment.
• Proof of a TB test within the past two years from the date of hire, OR proof of a negative TB test within two weeks after the date of hire.
• Ability to provide a cleared fingerprint background check.

Grow With Soccer Shots

Soccer Shots provides training and development opportunities for coaches who want to build their skills in youth coaching and early childhood education.

Whether you’re starting a career in early childhood education, gaining experience working with children, or looking for meaningful part‑time work, you’ll have opportunities to grow with the organization.

If you enjoy working with children, love being active, and want to make a positive impact in your community, Coaches may also be eligible for additional benefits, bonuses, and pay increases with completion of Early Childhood Education units.