After School Youth Soccer Coach

Colorado Springs, CO - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 17 - 25

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Benefits:

Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Training & development
Wellness resources

Soccer Shots is an engaging childrens soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts childrens lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching curriculum and communication. We specialize in programs for children ages 2 through 12 years old and are dedicated to providing high-quality foundational soccer training that prepares children for a lifetime of soccer.

We are looking for caring and engaging coaches who can work a minimum of once per week and can commit to at least 8 weeks of the same day/time. Our after-school programs run weekday afternoons in elementary schools across the city. Soccer Shots programs are offered during select weeks of the year; thus employment is seasonal. All employment is at-will.

Though we continue to grow we are still a family business at heart. We aim to develop each of our coaches in areas including leadership early childhood education and sports management.

Why coach for Soccer Shots

Best-in-class nationally-recognized training program to prepare you to teach and coach soccer skills to children ages 2-8 (up to 12 in some schools)
Ongoing education to continuously improve in your coaching
Compensation starting at $24- $34 per hour ($17 per session) with an opportunity to increase after each season. Sessions last from 30 to 60-minutes in length
Flexible hours include opportunities to coach sessions in the morning afternoons or weekends is available
Fun engaging and creative culture within a growing business

Requirements

Must love impacting children and the game of soccer
Reliable transportation and a valid drivers license
Experience working with young children
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Soccer playing or coaching background (preferred)
Must be able to pass a background check

Responsibilities

It is a coachs responsibility to manage and direct all duties related to the operation of a Soccer Shots session including but not limited to the following:

Preparation

Attends coaches meeting at beginning of season.
Reviews online curriculum (prepared for you ahead of time and aligned with Colorado state early education standards).
Maintains equipment in proper condition and arrives on time to set-up field for session (15 minutes early)

Coaching

Ensures the safety and well-being of every child.
For childcare sites gathers children from classroom and returns after session (note: for public location no pick-up/drop-off required).
Follows proper on-site protocol for each location as prepared and provided by Soccer Shots supervisor.
Conducts fun and positive 30 to 60-minute sessions following the weekly Soccer Shots curriculum.

Communication/Administration

Communicates in a timely fashion with supervisor about any changes challenges or important information.
Completes online attendance sheet for each session.
Completes end of season certificates
Returns equipment and leftover supplies to supervisor upon completion of each season.

Soccer Shots coaches are:

Safety-conscious: the top priority is the safety of children under their care.
Caring: engage with each child through specific and positive affirmation.
Organized: plan ahead and conduct each session according to the provided curriculum.
Responsible: commit to doing what is expected of them as an outstanding coach and face of Soccer Shots.
Energetic: bring Soccer Shots to life by creating a fun and positive atmosphere for each child.

We also love referrals! If you know of someone who might be interested in joining our team please pass along this position!

Compensation: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:Bonus based on performanceCompetitive salaryEmployee discountsFlexible scheduleTraining & developmentWellness resourcesSoccer Shots is an engaging childrens soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts childrens lives on and off the field through ...