Youth Soccer Coach for Messiah University Students

Soccer Shots Harrisburg; Middletown Township (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Training & development

Company parties

Job summary

Soccer Shots Harrisburg is seeking personable coaches to lead soccer sessions for children ages 2–8 in the Mechanicsburg area. This part-time role fits student schedules, with training provided and uniforms supplied.

Ideal candidates are safety-focused, reliable, and energetic, able to follow prepared lesson plans and maintain a positive, encouraging atmosphere for kids and families.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Passion for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Introduce soccer to children ages 2–8 following session plans.
• Create a fun, positive environment and lead activities.
• Represent Soccer Shots professionally with safety and enthusiasm.

Skills

Safety-focused

Attentive

Detail-oriented

Reliable

High-energy

Job description

Job Description

Looking for a part-time job that fits your class schedule, keeps you moving, and builds real-world experience? Soccer Shots Harrisburg is a great opportunity for Messiah University students who enjoy working with children and want to make a positive impact in the Mechanicsburg and surrounding community. Soccer Shots is hiring fun, energetic, and dependable coaches to introduce soccer to children ages 2–8. Programs are held in across the West Shore, all a short drive from campus.

Benefits

• Company parties
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Training & development

Why Messiah Students Love This Job

• $22/hour
• Seasonal schedule built around your class commitments
• 4–12 hours per week
• — ideal alongside coursework
• All equipment, Nike uniform, and curriculum provided
• Paid training
• — no soccer experience required
• Hands‑on experience in leadership, communication, and classroom management
• Opportunities for advancement through Coach Levels
• Supportive team culture with coach meetings and events
• Opportunity to return for back‑to‑back seasons that adapt around semesters

Schedule & Commitment

• Spring: March–May (8–9 weeks)
• Fall: September–October (8–9 weeks)
• Preferred continuation into Summer (June–August) and Winter (January–March)
• A consistent weekly schedule you can plan your semester around
• Part-Time, under 15 hours per week

You Might Be a Great Fit If You Are

• Safety-focused, attentive, and detail-oriented
• Caring and encouraging, engaging each child positively
• Organized and prepared, following session plans and procedures
• Reliable and professional in representing Soccer Shots
• High‑energy and enthusiastic, creating a fun and positive environment

Requirements

• Passion for working with children
• Must be 18+ years old
• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle
• Soccer experience is not required
• Internships for academic credit are also available

What students are saying about coaching with Soccer Shots

“Soccer Shots has been a great job opportunity for me as a college student! They work with my schedule and I love being outdoors always moving and growing as a leader. I have developed so many valuable skills from coaching and love sharing the beautiful game of soccer and connecting with children through it.” - Coach Caleb, Messiah Student

“Soccer Shots is an amazing job to have as a college student. I have been a coach through both undergraduate and graduate course loads, and the flexibility, communication, and understanding from the management allows for a reasonable workload. Work feels like a break in the day, and sometimes I forget that I am being paid (especially at such a great rate) because I am having so much fun!” - Coach Alexa, Messiah Student