Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey that shapes the future of young minds? At Soccer Shots, we believe in the power of Early Education, and we're seeking a dedicated Early Education Intern to join our team in Orlando/Kissimmee, Florida. If you have a heart for helping coaches grow and a passion for nurturing the potential in every child, this internship opportunity is tailor-made for you. Plus, as an Early Education Intern, you'll have the chance to immerse yourself in our program by coaching classes, experiencing firsthand the joy and impact of teaching young children.
About Us:
Soccer Shots is not just a soccer program; it's a place where children's dreams take flight. As an engaging children's soccer program with a focus on character development, we strive to provide the best foundation for young players aged 2-8. We're a small business part of a large nationwide franchise system and we're on a mission to empower coaches and children with the skills and values that will last a lifetime.
What You'll Do:
As an Early Education Intern, you'll be a key player in our Coaching Manager's efforts to create an exceptional onboarding and training program for our coaches. Your role will be to provide valuable support and ensure that every coach has the tools they need to inspire and educate our young players effectively. In addition to that, you'll have the invaluable opportunity to coach classes, guiding and engaging children as you help them learn and grow on the field.
A Day in the Life:
Every day as an Early Education Intern is filled with joy, excitement, and a sense of purpose. Here's a glimpse into what a typical day might look like:
- Safely manage a class of enthusiastic children aged 2-8, providing a positive and engaging soccer experience.
- Implement our curriculum, which focuses on skill development and character building, promoting important values such as teamwork, respect, and determination.
- Arrive on time at your designated locations, ready to provide a memorable customer experience to children, parents, and school staff.
- Collaborate with our dedicated coaches, sharing insights and strategies to enhance their coaching techniques and positively impact children's lives.
- Assist the Coaching Manager with training and onboarding new coaches, providing guidance and support throughout the process.
- Analyze and provide valuable comments on our curriculum, ensuring it remains effective, engaging, and aligned with our goals.
What You Get:
- Competitive compensation: Starting at $12/hour for office hours and $15/hour for coaching/field hours with potential for growth.
- Valuable experience: This internship provides a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on Early Education while gaining practical experience in a supportive environment.
- Mentorship: Work closely with our Coaching Manager, learning from their expertise and knowledge in Early childhood education and coaching.
- Curriculum insight: Contribute your ideas and insights to help us continuously improve our curriculum and deliver an engaging and educational experience to our young players.
- Coaching experience: Step onto the field and engage in the rewarding experience of coaching classes, witnessing the growth and development of young players.
- Career Opportunities: As an Early Education Intern at Soccer Shots, you'll have the chance to showcase your skills and dedication. Outstanding interns may be considered for future full-time positions or administrative roles within our growing organization.
- Network Opportunities: Working closely with our preschool and school partners will allow you to build essential connections within the Early Education community, expanding your professional network and opening doors to potential future collaborations and opportunities.
- Flexible scheduling: We understand the importance of balancing work and personal commitments, and we'll work with you to ensure a schedule that fits your availability.
What We're Looking For:
- Passion for Early Education: You should have a genuine interest in Early childhood education and a desire to contribute to the development of young children.
- Strong communication skills: As you'll be working with our coaches and the Coaching Manager, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
- Detail-oriented and organized: Analyzing curriculum and providing valuable comments require attention to detail and the ability to stay organized.
- Initiative and dedication: We value proactive individuals who are committed to making a positive impact and going the extra mile.
- Eligibility and availability: You must be eligible to work in the U.S. and have reliable personal transportation. Also a DCF background check will be required.
- Education background: Pursuing or completed a degree in Early childhood education or a related field..
Ready to Join the Team?
If you have a passion for Early Education and want to play a crucial role in the development of our coaches and young players, we'd love to hear from you! This Early Education Internship at Soccer Shots offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while gaining valuable experience in the field of education and coaching. Apply today and be part of a team that inspires and nurtures the love of soccer and learning in children.
To apply, visit our website at [insert website link] and submit your application today. Show us why you're the perfect Early Education Intern to help us nurture a love for soccer and learning in our young players.
Together, let's create a positive and inspiring learning environment where children thrive. Join Soccer Shots and be a guiding light for our coaches as they inspire the next generation of soccer stars!
Compensation: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour
Are you looking for a great job where the work is actually fun?
Do you want to work somewhere you can get real job experience while making a difference in your community?
Are you passionate about sports, education, being a positive role model and impacting young children?
Welcome to Soccer Shots!
We change lives
We help children learn, grow and meet their developmental goals
We care, a lot
Soccer Shots is an engaging children's soccer program for children ages 2 to 8. Our goal is to leave a positive and lasting impact on kids through introduction to sports and activity.
Our coaches are at the heart of what we do, our real MVPs if you will. They create smiles and deliver character-building FUN by teaching age-appropriate soccer skills to kids in the local community.
Soccer Shots coaches are equipped with
- Training - We make sure our coaches are comfortable on the field by offering informative online & in-person training to equip coaches with our curriculum and helpful (developmentally appropriate) coaching techniques.
- Curriculum - Our curriculum is FULL of the stuff kids and parents love! Our program is curriculum based, so coaches are provided with session guides and mobile friendly resources to help you deliver the Soccer Shots experience.
- Ongoing feedback and growth opportunities - We're a growing business and are always looking to find passionate and reliable team members to help us continue to grow.
- Equipment - We provide everything you need for a Soccer Shots session in an on-the-go bag that fits in the trunk of a car. It's why we can have Soccer Shots in convenient locations like school gyms, classrooms, outdoor spaces, local parks and community centers.
- Opportunities to provide feedback - We value the feedback of our dedicated team and want to know how to make our program better for the families we serve, and our coaches.
Whether you're looking for a part-time, flexible job, or a full-time career - if you have a passion for positively impacting children, we'd love to talk to you!