Youth Soccer Coach Trainer

Soccer Shots Los Angeles; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Career progression

Fun, active workplace

Impact on children

Job summary

Soccer Shots Portland is actively growing and needs experienced trainer coaches to join our team. You will apply Soccer Shots curriculum and early childhood teaching techniques to sessions for children aged 2–8, while mentoring an apprentice coach on the field and delivering on‑floor leadership.

We provide paid training, clear career progression, a fun, active work environment, and the chance to spark confidence and lifelong love of soccer in families across the Portland area.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching or teaching children in a youth sports setting.
• Leadership or mentoring experience is required.
• Strong communication with families, caregivers and teachers.
• Safety-conscious approach during sessions and transitions.
• Ability to adapt to various ages (2–8) and class formats.
• High school diploma plus relevant certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Soccer Shots curriculum and early childhood development techniques in every session.
• Foster a safe, inclusive environment and follow on-site safety protocols.
• Communicate effectively with families, caregivers, and teachers.
• Coach classes with an apprentice, providing on-field mentoring.
• Produce high-quality classes with positive evaluation scores.
• Follow apprenticeship training and readiness criteria for certification.
• Attend seasonal trainings and events, and serve as a positive on-field role model.

Skills

Coaching experience

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Mentoring

Youth sports

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Certification preferred

Job description

At Soccer Shots, we have a ton of fun teaching soccer skills and character development to Pre-K & Elementary youth, providing a remarkable experience for our families and staff. We offer classes all around the Portland Metro area. Soccer Shots coaches and trainers must love working with kids and have an engaging personality with the ability to transport soccer gear to classes and reliable transportation.

Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Training & development

We are Growing and need more Trainers!

We are actively looking for experienced coach trainers that want to join our team to learn how to coach the Soccer Shots way and provide remarkable experiences for our players and families. Soccer Shots Trainers are high quality and reliable coaches with strong leadership, communication and organization skills as well as mastery of Soccer Shots curriculum, classroom behavior management and solid timing and transitions.

The Job

• 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.
• Coach Soccer Shots classes with an apprentice coach, providing on field mentoring and direction.
• Complete high quality classes with excellent evaluations scores
• Follow training model/checklist for apprenticeship program, ensuring new coaches have the skills needed to become certified and thrive on the field
• Attend all seasonal trainings and other events
• Act as a role model and on-field mentor to all new and apprentice coaches
• Prompt, reliable, and professional written and verbal communication via slack acknowledging messages and encouraging others to engage

What We Offer

• Training - We offer a paid comprehensive training program to learn Soccer Shots’ curriculum, developmentally appropriate coaching techniques, and best practices.
• Career Progression - We love to promote from within. Opportunities to take on full-time roles are prioritized for internal candidates.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Must be able and willing to coach on Saturday and/or Sunday
• Sports/coaching/teaching experience required.
• Training, mentoring or leadership experience required
• Genuine passion for children and sports.
• Energetic, engaging, responsible and safety conscious.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of kids ages 2-8.
• High school diploma plus additional education and/or certification
• Drivers license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to stand, jog, and model children’s soccer skills.
• Ability to pass state-required background checks.

Our Core Values

• We Care
• We Own It
• We Are Inclusive

We Are Inclusive

Soccer Shots Portland is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace, welcoming people of all backgrounds. We understand that organizations work best when people with different backgrounds and viewpoints are brought together. Inclusion is how we use our differences to form a genuine community. By creating an inclusive environment, characterized by respect, we empower every player, coach, and staff member to contribute to our success. Employment is based upon individual qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, disabilities, political ideology, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status