Part Time - Youth Soccer Coach (Chicago North Shore)

About the role

Soccer Stars is a leading soccer development program for children aged 1-7. We aim to educate and inspire the next generation of soccer players through our dynamic and creative curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach soccer skills and games in a structured, fun, and stress-free environment.
• Nurture self-confidence and encourage growth in young children.
• Create small moments that make a big impact both on and off the field.
• Adapt to varying ages and abilities, and lead or assist classes.
• Use positive reinforcement to encourage children to do better and celebrate their successes.

Requirements

• Genuinely love being around children and possess a confident teaching style.
• Have a friendly, energetic, and outgoing personality.
• Experience or comfort in a childcare or preschool environment is preferred, especially in Early Childhood Education (ECE) units.

Qualifications

• No prior soccer experience is necessary; what matters is a comfort level with working with young children.

Skills

• Positive reinforcement and encouragement skills.
• Ability to adapt to different age groups and abilities.
• Non-competitive approach to ensure a fun and engaging learning environment.

Benefits

• On-the-job training and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A vibrant, fun, and rewarding job with high-fives and laughter.
• A team-first work culture focused on personal and professional growth.
• A coach referral program for every coach converted and retained.
• Training hours paid at $17 per hour and coaching hours paid at $18-$25 per hour, contingent on childcare experience and qualifications.
• The opportunity to work in the most popular sport in the world, riding the growth of soccer in the U.S.
• Flexible schedules and the chance to work in the most popular sport in the world (soccer).

Pay

• $17 per hour for training hours.
• $18-25 per hour coaching.
• Pay range is contingent on childcare experience and qualifications; range of 5 - 15 hrs. per week.

Schedule

• Variety of shifts available, including:
• Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm (actual times of classes will vary)
• Saturday and Sunday: 8:30am - 12:30pm (actual time of classes will vary)

Note

• This position requires a long-term commitment, not just an engagement over the summer.
• College students are welcome to apply but must be based locally and commit to regular hours during the school year.