Preschool Soccer Coach

The Job: We are looking to hire an energetic and fun-loving coach to work with small children from toddlers to elementary age. You will uses the game of soccer to develop children's minds and body in a fun small group environment. You will lead our children in these fun and educational soccer lessons while ensuring safety for all. The curriculum we use for small children does not demand intimate knowledge of the game of Soccer. It does demand you be imaginative, engaging, and work well with children.

Our ideal candidate has prior experience working with children in some capacity such as a sports coach, teacher, caretaker, parent, or even as a camp leader. You should ENJOY working with children, not simply tolerate it. You do NOT need to have soccer experience for the younger age we typically serve (but it helps!). This position is excellent for someone who has an interest in pursuing early childhood education, or child development. Our newest coaches can work *5-25 classes a week and can earn from $18/hr up to $24/hr with plenty of room for promotion in title and pay beyond that.

• Our Coaches use individual attention to ensure every child has success
• Our Coaches use a non-competitive approach to ensure classes are fun with a stress-free environment
• Our Coaches use positive reinforcement to encourage children to do better and celebrate success
• And finally, our coaches have a blast. They are open-minded, and know that coaching is a continuous journey. All Coaches are open to feedback and strive to be better by attending regular trainings and following the Super Soccer Stars Coaching Manual

The Schedule: Class times can vary. The majority are held in the mornings at childcare facilities, during the after school hours, and on weekends. The ideal candidate would have the availability on some or all of the specific days and times listed below:

• Monday: 9:30-11:00am
• Tuesday: 9:00-11:00am
• Thursday: 9:00-11:00am & 2:00-3:00pm
• Friday: 9:00-11:00am
• Weekends: 9:00am-12:00pm

The Location: Classes are held across schools, parks, and recreational centers across the greater Columbia, SC area. Although coaches are expected to travel as much as 45 min to get to a class location, our goal is to put you in classes as close to where you live as possible & the average travel time is 20-30 min. Gas stipend for longer travel is negotiable (based on miles and vehicle). Requirements We are responsible for people's children at our classes. All of our job requirements stem from this fact.

• Be energetic, imaginative, & engaging! You do NOT need to know how to play soccer for this job (although it helps). You DO need to be ready to engage with the age group you coach and make it fun!
• Be willing & able to pass a background check.
• Be punctual. Kids are depending on you to be ready to play and teach!
• Be safe and respectful to kids, parents, and your team.
• Be communicative. This job should work for you as much as it does for us. If you aren't able to communicate effectively and professionally we can't problem solve together and grow.
• Be honest: with when you can work, with your experience with kids, with how this job might fit your current work life balance. We can't work well together with the wrong information.

Benefits

• Coach referral program from $100 up to $200 for every coach you recommend
• Pathway to full-time employment or to become a business owner
• Sponsored sports and first aid certifications
• Coach of the season and coach of the year awards
• Sports store discounts
• Free programming for immediate family and discounts for extended family & friends
• Flexible schedule
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• Paid training opportunities
• Professional development opportunities