Youth Soccer Coach

Youll laugh. Youll break a sweat. And youll go home at the end of the day knowing that you positively impacted children's lives on and off the field - this is Soccer Shots! Our community of coaches works hard to give children ages 2-8 the best 30 - 45 minutes of their week. Our coaches say this is the most rewarding thing they've ever done! Apply today to be our friend and their hero.

Full Job Description


Soccer Shots Inland Empire East is looking for an Early Education Soccer Instructor in the Greater Inland Empire area!

All Soccer Shots Employees must represent our core values:

• We care
• We own it
• We pursue excellence
• We are stronger together
• We are candid
• We grow

QUALIFICATIONS:
Soccer Shots Coaches must love kids and soccer! Our coaches are enthusiastic and bring energy to every session! They must have reliable transportation, experience working with children, and have a great & fun attitude! A soccer background is a huge plus. Individuals who have completed at least 12 Early Childhood Education college units will have a leg up. The Soccer Shots team members must be excellent communicators with children, parents, and each other! A bachelor's degree is strongly preferred, or a student working toward obtaining one. In addition to the above, a successful candidate must pass a Child Abuse History Clearance and Background Check.

Must be able to present a copy of their TB test, MMR, and TDAP vaccinations upon hire.

WHAT YOU NEED:
Coaches must be committed, reliable, professional, and responsible! Must have a great can-do attitude at all times. This position is ideal for candidates going to school to become a teacher or wanting a career path that involves working with young children. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must live locally. Shy personalities need not apply! SERIOUS CANDIDATES ONLY!

Most classes take place on weekday afternoons onsite at schools or public parks, with additional early evening classes held in spring, summer, and fall. Busy Saturday/Sunday morning sessions year-round.

Physical / Work Environment Requirements

• Position functions in an outside sports environment which could have temperatures of extreme heat or cold, depending on time of year. Must be fine working in either.
• Work requires the ability to run, stop, stoop, and bend (a physical, exercise-type regimen) in a minimum of 40-minute increments per session. Position requires the use of hands, arms, legs, and feet and may include lifting up to 50 pounds on occasion. Moderate gymnasium-like noises are associated with this position as well as excellent vision skills (with or without correction).
• This position requires driving in and around the Greater Inland Empire East area. Can be required to drive to multiple sites at various schools and public park locations to conduct sessions.

WHAT YOU GET:

• Competitive Coaching Pay
• Flexible hours
• Career opportunities
• Great environment

WHO WE ARE:
Soccer Shots is an engaging intro-to-soccer program for ages 2-8, with a focus on character development. We offer year-round soccer at public parks, elementary schools, and preschools. Our territory covers from Fontana to Beaumont (with the main hub out of Redlands). Were a beloved franchise with territories in nearly every state in the U.S. + Canada. We teach children character development (respect, confidence, determination, etc.), help instill positive self-esteem, and provide high-quality, foundational soccer training that is aligned with early childhood education standards and prepares children for a lifetime of soccer and confidence. 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

• Every Soccer Shots coach must complete our comprehensive training program to receive certification.
• All Soccer Shots coaches are trained in the use of developmentally appropriate techniques.
• Coaches are routinely evaluated and undergo ongoing training.
• 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

• Our childrens parents receive weekly summaries of what their child is learning.
• We proactively communicate cancellations due to weather or other circumstances.
• Our staff understands the importance of timely, responsive communication.

Expert-approved curriculum that aligns with early childhood education standards

• Our developmentally appropriate curriculum emphasizes character development and skill building.
• Our program is created under the guidance of childhood education specialists, professional soccer players, and experienced and licensed soccer coaches.
• We constantly re-evaluate and update our curriculum to stay current with childhood education standards.

Compensation: Training $16.50 per hour. Lead Coach $18- $30 per session, depending on job performance, experience, education, and credentials. This is a perfect job for college students!

Are you looking for a great job where the work is 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?

Youve come to the right place! We change lives. We help children learn, grow, and meet their goals. We care.

Whether youre looking for a part-time/flexible job or a position that could grow into a career in the future - if you have a passion for positively impacting children, wed love to talk to you! For more information on Soccer Shots and to learn about what we're all about, please visit our website to be sure you're a good fit for our program: www.soccershots.com