Youth Soccer Coach

Soccer Shots Franchising; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to fostering children's love for soccer! As a coach, you will bring joy and creativity to soccer sessions for young children, helping them develop skills while ensuring a fun and safe environment. This role offers flexible scheduling, paid training, and opportunities for career advancement within a supportive team. If you're passionate about making a positive impact in children's lives and enjoy being active, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for children and sports is essential.
• Coaches must have or obtain state-required clearances.

Responsibilities

• Conduct soccer sessions for children ages 2-8 with enthusiasm.
• Encourage character development through positive reinforcement.

Skills

Passion for children

Energetic and engaging personality

Safety consciousness

Ability to adapt to children's needs

Education

No prior sports/coaching experience required

Job description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Soccer Shots - Connecticut is looking for passionate soccer coaches able to commit to 20-30 hours/week to serve children ages 2-8 at schools and parks. We are looking for energetic and fun individuals who love working with children and being active.

Looking for a fun and flexible job? Join Soccer Shots and be the best part of a child’s week.

What We Offer:

• Training - We offer a paid comprehensive training program to learn Soccer Shots’ curriculum, developmentally appropriate coaching techniques, and best practices.
• Flexibility – We only schedule you when you’re available, at sessions closest to you, with opportunities to change availability from season to season (winter/spring/summer/fall).
• Career Progression - We love to promote from within. Opportunities to take on full-time roles or internships in program coordination, coach management, marketing, partnerships, and more.
• Fun – Get ready to be active, laugh, cheer, and maybe even do a victory dance or two. Our coaches aren't just about teaching soccer; they're the smiling faces of our brand, delivering the unique Soccer Shots experience.
• YOUR IMPACT - It goes way beyond the field. Our inbox is filled with comments from families raving about our coaches who sparked passion for the game and helped build confidence in kids.

The Job:

• Bring “Soccer Island” alive with your enthusiasm and creativity.
• Conduct soccer sessions for children 2 to 8 years old, including field set-up and take-down.
• Encourage character development through positive reinforcement and modeling.
• Utilize expert-created Soccer Shots’ curriculum and early childhood development teaching techniques in every session.
• Foster a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Follow all on-site safety and attendance protocols.
• Communicate effectively with families, caregivers, and teachers.

Qualifications:

• No prior sports/coaching experience required.
• Genuine passion for children and sports.
• Energetic, engaging, and responsible.
• Safety conscious.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of kids ages 2-8.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to stand, jog, and model children’s soccer skills.
• Coaches must have or obtain state-required clearances.

Who We Are: Soccer Shots is an engaging intro-to-soccer program fueled by coaches who are driven to impact children’s lives in a positive way. Our program focuses on age-appropriate soccer skills, character development, and fun in every session.

Our Core Values:

• We Care
• We’re Stronger Together
• We are Candid
• We Own It
• We Pursue Excellence
• We Grow

Don’t miss your chance to be part of a collaborative coaching team, changing lives through soccer.