Part Time Preschool Sports Coach

Soccer Shots Bay Area•Menlo Park, CA

About The Position

Soccer Shots is looking for a passionate full-time soccer coach to serve children ages 2-8. Looking for a fun and flexible job? Join Soccer Shots and be the best part of a child’s week. 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. Soccer Shots is an engaging intro-to-soccer program fueled by coaches who are driven to impact children’s lives in a positive way. Our program focuses on age-appropriate soccer skills, character development, and fun in every session. Don’t miss your chance to be part of a collaborative coaching team, changing lives through soccer.

Requirements

No prior sports/coaching experience required.
Genuine passion for children and sports.
Energetic, engaging, and responsible.
Safety conscious.
Ability to adapt to the needs of kids ages 2-8.
Access to reliable transportation.
Ability to stand, jog, and model children’s soccer skills.
Coaches must have or obtain state-required clearances.
12 units of ECE/Child Development or earned within first 6 months of employment

Responsibilities

Bring “Soccer Island” alive with your enthusiasm and creativity.
Conduct soccer sessions for children 2 to 8 years old, including field set-up and take-down.
Encourage character development through positive reinforcement and modeling.
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.

Benefits

Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Tuition assistance
Training - We offer a paid comprehensive training program to learn Soccer Shots’ curriculum, developmentally appropriate coaching techniques, and best practices.
Flexibility – We only schedule you when you’re available, at sessions closest to you, with opportunities to change availability from season to season (winter/spring/summer/fall).
Retirement - We offer a SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with matching.
Mileage Stipend - Our mileage stipend is paid out and included in our biweekly payroll cycle.
Education Reimbursement - We cover the cost for ECE/Child Development approved coursework.
Career Progression - We love to promote from within. Opportunities to take on full-time roles or internships in program coordination, coach management, marketing, partnerships, and more.
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.