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Job type part-time
Full job description
Come coach with us
Soccer shots® is an engaging children’s soccer experience with a focus on character developmentWe positively impact children, ages 2-8, through the game of soccerOur coaches are the best-trained in the businessOur expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standardsIn addition, we provide an exceptional customer experience and consistent communication with those we serve.
Location
StCharles county, stLouis county
Schedule
Consistent weekly availability; mornings, afternoons, and/or evenings
Minimum availability of at least 1 day per week (m-sat)
Ideal candidate
Confidently competent; demonstrated experience engaging and enthusiastically leading children between the ages of 2-8Experience with soccer (player, coach, etc)Early childhood education background preferred but not requiredGifted with patience, excellent imagination, and stellar silly face.
Caring and others-oriented; known for engaging with children through specific and positive affirmationsFervent in ensuring the safety and health of those we serve.
Learning mindset; motivated and seeking growth, professional development, and continuous improvement.
Driven and responsible, known for delivering results, honoring commitments, being organized and on-time.
Believes the team comes before self and is team-oriented but is also comfortable working individually and/or remotely throughout the week.
Thoughtful and professional communicator; shares perspectives, ideas, and feedback willingly and constructively.
Additional requirements
Must be willing to commit to a full season; longer term opportunities also available.
Must have reliable transportation and active mobile phone with data plan.
Must successfully pass a child abuse history clearance and background check, including fingerprints, through missouri family care safety registry and missouri volunteer and employee criminal history service.
Smoke-free workplace.
Soccer shots reserves the right to make amendments to the schedule and/or availability requirements from time to time and at its sole discretionAll employees are expected to work upon agreement of scheduled days with the director of coachingEmployees will be required to complete comprehensive virtual and on-field training as part of the on-boarding process.
Update: all employees are also expected to support our health & safety guidelinesMore information will be shared during on-boardingLearn more about how we are keeping soccer island safe here: https://www.soccershots.org/home/health-and-safety/
Are you looking for a great job where the work is actually fun?
Do you want to work somewhere you can get real job experience while making a difference in your community?
Are you passionate about sports, education, being a positive role model and impacting young children?
You’ve come to the right place! we change livesWe help children learn, grow and meet their goalsWe care.
About us
Soccer shots is an engaging children`s soccer program for children ages 2-8 with a focus on character developmentOur caring team positively impacts children`s lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, curriculum and communication.
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.
Whether you’re looking for a part-time, flexible job, or a full-time career - if you have a passion for positively impacting children, we’d love to talk to you.
