Youth Children Sports Coach

About Soccer Shots

Soccer Shots is an engaging children's soccer program focused on developing soccer skills, character, confidence, and positive life lessons. Our coaches create memorable experiences that help children grow both on and off the field. We believe in investing in our team and fostering a fun, supportive culture where coaches can learn, grow, and make a lasting impact.

About the Role

As a Youth Children Sports Coach with Soccer Shots Long Island West, you will lead fun, high-energy soccer sessions for children ages 2–8. You will create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment, teaching soccer fundamentals and character-building lessons using Soccer Shots' curriculum. Schedules are built around your availability and aim to place you at convenient locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead fun, high-energy soccer sessions for children ages 2–8
• Conduct 30–50 minute classes at various locations: preschools, daycares, parks, community centers, elementary schools, and indoor facilities
• Create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment
• Teach soccer fundamentals and character-building lessons using Soccer Shots' curriculum
• Arrive 15 minutes early to set up and prepare for each session
• Communicate professionally with families, teachers, and site staff
• Follow attendance, safety, and program protocols
• Bring enthusiasm, creativity, and positive energy to every class

Requirements & Tech Stack

• No coaching experience required
• Soccer playing experience at any level is a plus
• Ability to coach both indoors and outdoors
• Comfortable being active and managing the energy of young children
• Available to coach anywhere from 5–25 sessions per week, depending on your schedule

Available Coaching Hours

You choose the times that work for you!

• Weekday Mornings: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
• Midday Sessions (Site Dependent): 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
• Weekday Afternoons: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
• Weekends: Morning and early afternoon sessions, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM

What We Offer

• Flexible scheduling based on your availability and preferred locations
• Paid training at $20 per session during your initial two-week training period
• Increased pay to $25 per session after training, with opportunities to earn up to $38 per hour through our coach development program
• Free uniforms
• 401(k)
• Refer-a-friend bonus program with cash rewards
• A fun, supportive team culture with optional company outings, soccer games, lunches, and team events after each season

Who You Are

• Passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives
• Energetic, engaging, and reliable
• Responsible and safety-conscious
• Excited to give back to the Long Island community
• Comfortable leading groups of young children in active environments