Youth Soccer Coach

Soccer Shots San Francisco Bay•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

Soccer Shots is seeking a passionate part-time Youth Soccer Coach to lead introductory soccer sessions for children ages 2–8. Coaches bring “Soccer Island” to life with enthusiasm and creativity, use Soccer Shots’ curriculum and early childhood development teaching techniques, and encourage character development through positive reinforcement and role modeling. The role includes setting up and taking down the field and creating a safe, inclusive, and fun environment for participants. Coaches communicate with families, caregivers, and teachers. The schedule is 15–25 hours per week, with weekday shifts Tuesday through Friday and one weekend day required. Available schedule options are 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 2–6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, plus one weekend day; weekend operating hours are 9 a.m.–12 p.m. A full ten-week commitment is required to take on a lead role. Local candidates only; work status or visa sponsorship is not available. No coaching experience is required. Soccer Shots provides paid, comprehensive training. The training rate is $25 per hour, with the opportunity to earn up to $30 per hour after training. Additional compensation and incentives include mileage reimbursement, an end-of-year bonus, coach referral incentives, and parent feedback rewards. The organization offers advancement opportunities, company events, access to San Jose Earthquakes and San Francisco 49ers tickets, core-value rewards, a monthly wellness bonus after training, coach awards, free programming for family members, and discounts for friends.

Requirements

Genuine passion for children and sports.
Safety-conscious approach.
Access to reliable transportation.
Ability to stand, jog, and model children’s soccer skills.
Must pass a background check.
Must be available to work one weekend day.
A full ten-week commitment is required to take on a lead role.

Responsibilities

Lead soccer sessions for children ages 2–8.
Set up and take down the field for sessions.
Use Soccer Shots’ curriculum and early childhood development teaching techniques.
Encourage character development through positive reinforcement and role modeling.
Foster a safe, inclusive environment for participants.
Communicate effectively with families, caregivers, and teachers.

Benefits

Free uniforms.
Opportunity for advancement, including potential progression into full-time roles and program coordination, coach management, marketing, or partnerships.
Training and development, including a paid comprehensive training program.
Wellness resources and a $100 monthly wellness bonus after training is complete.
Flexible schedule.
Mileage reimbursement.
End-of-year bonus.
Coach referral incentive.
Parent feedback reward.
Company events, including group training, team outings, and competitions.
Access to San Jose Earthquakes and San Francisco 49ers tickets.
Core value rewards, such as Nike swag.
Coach of the Season and Coach of the Year awards.
Free programming for family and discounts for friends.