Youth Soccer Coach

Lil' Kickers of LK Soccer•Winnetka, IL

About The Position

Youth Soccer/Child Development Coach Consistent Schedule • Paid Training • Growth Opportunities Do you enjoy working with children? Love teaching, storytelling, and helping kids grow? Join the Lil’ Kickers & Skills Institute Soccer team and make a meaningful impact every week. An LK Soccer Coach leads children ages 18 months to 10 years old through a 50-minute structured class focused on development, confidence, and fun. Coaches play a key role in creating a safe, positive, and consistent experience for children and families. This role is ideal for committed high school students, college students, recent graduates, and adults looking for reliable part-time work in a supportive, team-driven environment. Soccer experience is helpful, but not required — full training is provided. About Our Programs Lil’ Kickers (18 months–5 years): A nationally recognized child development program that uses soccer as a tool to build confidence, coordination, and social skills Skills Institute (5–10 years): A structured soccer training program focused on skill development and progression Our culture is built around positivity, inclusion, and growth — for kids and coaches alike. Each year, our team inspires 15,000+ children across our communities. What You’ll Do Lead fun, structured 50-minute soccer classes Set up and break down equipment before and after class Communicate with families before and after sessions Create a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment for kids Schedule & Commitment Classes run on consistent weekly schedules Most coaches work 2–4 shifts per week Weekend availability is a plus Best fit for candidates who can commit for multiple sessions, not just a few weeks Training & Growth Paid training (30–35 hours over approximately 6 weeks) Combination of online learning and on-field coaching practice Ongoing feedback and on-site support from experienced coaches Opportunities to grow into Mentor Coach and Site Lead roles Pay & Perks Pay increases based on training completion, tenure, and leadership roles Individual quarterly retention bonus Quarterly leadership training Team outings, competitions, and contests Additional paid opportunities (birthday parties and special events) Who Thrives in This Role Enjoys working with young children Reliable, punctual, and positive Communicates well with families Open to feedback and growth Backgrounds that often do well include: College students (education, psychology, kinesiology, leadership, etc.) Former athletes or coaches Camp counselors, youth leaders, or teachers Adults seeking meaningful, consistent part-time work No prior coaching experience is required. Join Our Team If you’re looking for a part-time role where consistency, growth, and impact matter, we’d love to hear from you.