Urgently Require Youth Soccer Assistant Coach in Colorado Springs, CO

Job title: Youth Soccer Assistant Coach Company: Soccer Shots Job description: Soccer Shots is an engaging children's soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children's lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, curriculum, and communication. We specialize in programs for children ages 2 through 8 years old and are dedicated to providing high-quality, foundational soccer training that prepares children for a lifetime of soccer. We are looking for caring and engaging coaches who can work a minimum of once per week and can commit to at least 8 weeks of the same day/time. We have opportunities every day of the week between our daycare programs, after-school programs, and public park programs. Soccer Shots programs are offered during select weeks of the year; thus, employment is seasonal. All employment is at-will. Though we continue to grow, we are still a family business at heart. We aim to develop each of our coaches in areas including leadership, early childhood education, and sports management. Why coach for Soccer Shots?

• Best-in-class, nationally-recognized training program to prepare you to teach and coach soccer skills to children ages 2-8.
• Ongoing education to continuously improve in your coaching.
• Compensation starting at a minimum of $15 per session. Sessions last from 30 to 45-minutes in length.
• Flexible hours include opportunities to coach sessions in the morning, afternoons, or weekends.
• Fun, engaging, and creative culture within a growing business.

Requirements

• Must love young children and soccer.
• Reliable transportation.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Soccer playing background (preferred)

Responsibilities It is an assistant coach's responsibility to manage and direct certain duties related to the operation of a Soccer Shots session, including, but not limited to, the following: Preparation

• Attends coaches meeting at beginning of season.
• Reviews online curriculum (prepared for you ahead of time, and aligned with Colorado state early education standards).
• Arrives on time to help set-up field for session.

Coaching

• Ensures the safety and well-being of every child.
• Follows proper on-site protocol for each location, as prepared and provided by Soccer Shots supervisor.
• Assists in fun and positive 30 to 45-minute sessions, following the weekly Soccer Shots curriculum.

Communication/Administration

• Communicates in a timely fashion with supervisor about any changes, challenges, or important information.
• Submits time sheet per payroll policy.

Soccer Shots coaches are:

• Safety-conscious: the top priority is the safety of children under their care.
• Caring: engage with each child through specific and positive affirmation.
• Organized: plan ahead and conduct each session according to the provided curriculum.
• Responsible: commit to doing what is expected of them as an outstanding coach and "face" of Soccer Shots.
• Energetic: bring Soccer Shots to life by creating a fun and positive atmosphere for each child.

We also love referrals If you know of someone who might be interested in joining our team, please pass along this position Flexible work from home options available. Expected salary: $17 - 20 per hour Location: Colorado Springs, CO Apply Job!