Preschool Soccer Coach

NOW HIRING! PART-TIME COACH (4-12 HOURS/WEEK); WEEKDAY MORNINGS; MUST BE AVAILABLE BETWEEN 8AM - 2PM
We are currently seeking: Preschool Soccer Coaches for our Winter Season. Start training now!
NOW HIRING GREAT COACHESJoin us in positively impacting the lives of children(ages 2-8 years old). Become our teammate, and enjoy rewarding and meaningful work, professional development and opportunity for advancement.
Soccer Shots® is the soccer experience for children, using an acclaimed non-competitive curriculum and great coaches. Through the beautiful game, we aim to develop character, motor skills and teamwork. Our team believes children are invaluable and our goal is simple: leave a lasting, positive impact on every child we serve.
LOCATION
DuPage Area ~ Darien, Burr Ridge, Hinsdale & the surrounding DuPage Area
SCHEDULE
Consistent weekly availability, mornings, afternoons & early evenings.
REQUIREMENTS
Must be available to work through December
Responsible & Professional | communicate professionally, timeliness, clean appearance, self-assured, dependable
Experienced & Enthusiastic | proven experience engaging and leading young children
Fun & Creative | comfortable being goofy and imaginative with young children
Patient & Empathetic | must be a patient person, willing to work through behavior and learning challenges
Soccer & Athletic Know-How | Soccer skill as a player or coach is preferred, but not required
Transportation & Cell Phone | must have reliable transportation (driving to different locations) and mobile phone with data
Clear Background | must pass a background check and be fingerprinted/undergo a medical exam in accordance with DCFS standards
Education | 12 accredited ECE units in Early Childhood Development are preferred, but not necessary
Soccer Shots of DuPage County*
Soccer Shots is an engaging children's soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children's lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, curriculum and communication.
The best coaches in the business

1. Every Soccer Shots coach must complete our comprehensive training program to receive certification.
2. All Soccer Shots coaches are trained in the use of developmentally appropriate techniques.
3. Coaches are routinely evaluated and undergo ongoing training.
4. Our coach selection process evaluates not only the ability to coach soccer, but also the ability to engage and inspire children.

An exceptional customer experience with ongoing communication

1. You will receive a weekly summary of what your child is learning at Soccer Shots.
2. We proactively communicate cancellations due to weather or other circumstances.
3. Our staff understands the importance of timely, responsive communication.

Expert-approved curriculum that aligns with early childhood education standards

1. Our developmentally appropriate curriculum places an emphasis on character development and skill building.
2. Our program is created under the guidance of childhood education specialists, professional soccer players and experienced and licensed Soccer Coaches.
3. We constantly re-evaluate and update our curriculum to stay current with childhood education standards.

If you have a passion for positively impacting children, we'd love to talk to you.
Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 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

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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!