Youth Soccer Coach Trainer

Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Training & development

About the role

Soccer Shots offers classes all around the Portland Metro area. We are actively looking for experienced coach trainers to join our team and learn how to coach the Soccer Shots way.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Coach Soccer Shots classes with an apprentice coach, providing on field mentoring and direction.
• Complete high quality classes with excellent evaluations scores.
• Follow training model/checklist for apprenticeship program, ensuring new coaches have the skills needed to become certified and thrive on the field.
• Attend all seasonal trainings and other events.
• Act as a role model and on-field mentor to all new and apprentice coaches.
• Prompt, reliable, and professional written and verbal communication via slack acknowledging messages and encouraging others to engage.

Qualifications

• Must be able and willing to coach on Saturday and/or Sunday
• Sports/coaching/teaching experience required
• Training, mentoring or leadership experience required
• Genuine passion for children and sports
• Energetic, engaging, responsible and safety conscious
• Ability to adapt to the needs of kids ages 2-8
• High school diploma plus additional education and/or certification
• Drivers license and reliable transportation
• Ability to stand, jog, and model children’s soccer skills
• Ability to pass state-required background checks

Our Core Values

• We Care
• We Own It
• We Are Inclusive

What We Offer

• Training - We offer a paid comprehensive training program to learn Soccer Shots' curriculum, developmentally appropriate coaching techniques, and best practices.
• Career Progression - We love to promote from within. Opportunities to take on full-time roles are prioritized for internal candidates.
• 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.

Employment is based upon individual qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, disabilities, political ideology, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status