Early Childhood Soccer Coach

Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

About Soccer Shots Salt Lake:

Here at Soccer Shots, our goal is to positively impact children’s lives and be every child’s favorite day. We accomplish this goal by using our engaging children’s soccer curriculum (ages 18mo - 8yrs) with a focus on character development. Though we continue to grow, we are still a family business at heart. We treat our employees like a team and the children we coach like our own. We train our coaches in leadership development, communication skills, early childhood education, and sports management. We provide high-quality, foundational soccer training that prepares children for a lifetime of soccer. Apply today. Impact tomorrow!

Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Team Events

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

The Job:

Bring “Soccer Island” alive with your enthusiasm and creativity

Conduct soccer sessions for children 18 months 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

What We Offer:

Training - We offer a paid comprehensive training program to learn Soccer Shots’ curriculum, developmentally appropriate coaching techniques, and best practices.

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.

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.

Our Team Culture:

Everything we do, from our scheduling to our pay structure, creates a fun and supportive environment where our coaches are taken care of.

Company Events - Including group training to share best practices, team outings, and competitions

Fun and Positive Work Environment - Core value rewards (swag, gift cards, childcare reimbursement, employee discounts, etc.)

Team first mentality - We support and challenge each other, always asking "how can we be better tomorrow than we are today" and "how can I contribute to the success of the group?"

Benefits/Perks:

$18 per 30–45-minute class (starting rate)

30+ classes per week

Seasonal performance-based bonuses

Paid 1–2-week Training at $12/Session

Gas reimbursement if outside of territory assigned

Career and growth opportunities

Leadership training

Most supportive team, and best culture, you’ve ever experienced

Fulfillment – you are a leader and role model to the children in your care

Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years of age

Reliable transportation and a valid Driver’s License

Pass our Background Check

Valid Work Visa or Authorization to work in the US

Coaching or childhood education experience preferred

Mon through Friday time slots 9am-12pm | 3-6:30pm AND Saturday mornings from 8:45am - 12:00pm

A Day In The Life:

Safely manage a class of up to 12 children

Implement our curriculum which focuses on skill and character development

Arrive on-time to your locations and provide a positive customer experience to faculty and families

Maintain equipment and manage your class rosters

Go home knowing you made a difference

Hours:

Monday through Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Saturdays: 8:45 AM - 12:00 PM

We train the best coaches in the business

We put every Soccer Shots coach through our comprehensive training program to receive certification that includes learning the use of developmentally appropriate coaching techniques.

Our coaches are routinely evaluated and undergo ongoing training.

Our coach selection process evaluates not only the ability to coach soccer, but, more importantly, the ability to engage and inspire children.

Our families experience exceptional customer service and ongoing communication

Members of the Soccer Shots team must be excellent communicators – with children, with parents, with partners and with each other!

Our team understands the importance of timely, responsive communication.

We use expert-approved curriculum that aligns with early childhood education standards

Our developmentally appropriate curriculum places an emphasis on character development and skill building.

Our program is created under the guidance of childhood education specialists, professional soccer players and experienced and licensed soccer coaches.

We constantly re-evaluate and update our curriculum to stay current with childhood education standards.