Part Time Youth Soccer Shots Coach in Meridian

Soccer Coach For Soccer Shots Pine Belt

Soccer Shots Pine Belt is looking for a passionate part-time soccer coach to serve children ages 2-5 throughout the Meridian area. Join the Soccer Shots family and be the best part of a child's week. This job application is for the 2025 Fall season and beyond. Classes would start in August. The hours of our classes at the moment are Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9 AM to 12 PM. As we grow, more classes and days of the week will be added to the schedule, and opportunities within the organization will become available.

What we offer:

• Training - We offer a paid comprehensive training program to learn Soccer Shots' curriculum, developmentally appropriate coaching techniques, and best practices.
• Flexibility - The hours of our classes at the moment are Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9 AM to 12 PM. As we grow, more classes and days of the week will be added to the schedule.
• 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.

The job:

• Bring "Soccer Island" alive with your enthusiasm and creativity.
• Conduct soccer sessions for children 2 to 5 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.
• Coaches are expected to run fun and efficient classes throughout the week. Each class is 30 minutes long and at some schools, there will be multiple, back-to-back classes.
• Pay is not hourly, but based on the number of classes that a coach does. Starting pay for each 30 minute class is $12, and can increase to $15 after training is completed.

Qualifications:

• Experience playing and/or coaching soccer
• Genuine passion for children and sports
• Energetic, engaging, and responsible
• Safety conscious
• Ability to adapt to the needs of kids ages 2-5
• Access to reliable transportation. Coaches will need a car.
• Ability to stand, jog, and demonstrate children's soccer skills.
• Coaches must have or obtain state-required clearances including an extensive background check.

Who we are: Soccer Shots is an engaging intro-to-soccer program fueled by coaches who are driven to impact children's lives in a positive way. Our program focuses on age-appropriate soccer skills, character development, and fun in every session.

Our core values:

• We Care
• We're Stronger Together
• We are Candid
• We Own It
• We Pursue Excellence
• We Grow

Don't miss your chance to be part of a collaborative coaching team, changing lives through soccer.