Youth Soccer Coach in Berkeley and Oakland

Soccer Shots San Francisco Bay•Berkeley, CA

About The Position

Soccer Shots is seeking a passionate part-time Youth Soccer Coach to lead soccer sessions for children ages 2–8 in Berkeley and Oakland. Coaches bring the program’s “Soccer Island” to life with enthusiasm and creativity, use the Soccer Shots curriculum and early-childhood development teaching techniques, and help children build soccer skills, confidence, and character in a safe, inclusive, and fun environment. The role includes setting up and taking down the field and communicating with families, caregivers, and teachers. The position offers paid comprehensive training; no prior experience is required. Training pays $25 per hour, and after training coaches can earn up to $30 per hour. The schedule is flexible within Tuesday–Friday and requires availability for one weekend day. Typical options are 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 2:00–6:00 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, plus one weekend day, with a target of 15–25 hours per week. A full ten-week commitment is required to take on a lead role. Local candidates only; work-status or visa sponsorship is unavailable.

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 day on the weekend.
A full ten-week commitment is required to take on a lead role.

Responsibilities

Conduct soccer sessions for children ages 2–8, including setting up and taking down the field.
Use the Soccer Shots curriculum and early-childhood development teaching techniques in each session.
Encourage character development through positive reinforcement and role modeling.
Create a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
Communicate effectively with families, caregivers, and teachers.
Bring “Soccer Island” to life with enthusiasm and creativity.

Benefits

Free uniforms.
Opportunity for advancement and promotion from within.
Training and development, including paid comprehensive training.
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.
Opportunities to pursue full-time roles and work in program coordination, coach management, marketing, partnerships, and other areas.