Youth Soccer Instructor Part Time

Youth Soccer Instructor

Passionate, energetic, and fun-loving youth soccer instructors are needed to work with children ages 2 to 8 in the Southeastern Connecticut area (Old Lyme, East Lyme, Waterford, New London, Groton, Mystic, Stonington, Norwich).

Soccer Shots is the #1 Children's Fitness franchise in the country. Why? Aside from the incredible curriculum, leadership, and passion, it's because we only hire the best instructors to work with our children. Working with children is something we don't take lightly, and it's imperative that you not only enjoy working with children, but that you are incredibly passionate about it. We are in this to impact children in such a way that we leave a lasting impression on them that will give them the confidence to be successful both on and off the field.

We operate in daycares, preschools, community centers, park settings, etc. We have sessions running Monday through Sunday. We operate year-round and offer four seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer.

*** This is not a summer position only - we are looking for team members who are available to coach with us year-round!

The ideal coach MUST meet the following criteria:

• Responsible: Arrives on time to each session, can handle a group of 10 or more children, keeps accurate attendance, communicates well with Soccer Shots director of coaching, etc.
• Professional: Neat in appearance, friendly and courteous with day care center staff and director as well as parents, self-assured.
• Enthusiastic: Must enjoy interacting with young children (28 years old), and be able to connect with them on their level, making the Soccer Shots class the highlight of the child's week. You must be very outgoing and animated; able to be silly with the children.
• Soccer: Soccer experience is a plus but not required. Having some familiarity with the game works as well.
• Transportation: Must have your own, reliable transportation and valid license and car insurance.
• Equipment: Must own and have daily access to a computer, printer, and internet.

This is a part-time position. Please provide a resume with application. Cover letter is recommended.

*Must be available on Saturday and or Sunday mornings between 8:30am - 12:00pm.

Compensation: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour