Youth Soccer Coach

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Soccer Shots is now hiring for a Full‑Time coach in Austin. This is a salaried, exempt position.

Here are the highlights (complete job description is attached):

• Coach a minimum of 30 sessions each season
• Saturday work required during the season
• Assist in coach training and development
• Attend/lead demos, meet and greets, participate in open houses etc.
• Coach at camps during the year
• Position is eligible to enroll in medical, dental, vision insurance after 60 days of FTE (Soccer Shots pays 50% of the employee’s premium)
• Monthly auto allowance
• 8 Paid Holidays

Core Values:
Fun / Make a Difference / Be a Team / Pursue Excellence

Mission:
To positively impact children’s lives

The Full‑Time Coach’s primary responsibility is to coach a maximum amount of sessions per season and to have a lasting positive impact on each child. The Full‑Time Coach is the “go to” coach and will be relied upon perform in any situation: schools, parks, training new coaches and serving as a sub.

LEAD INSTRUCTOR ROLE - Coaching is a pillar of the Soccer Shots experience. As a Full‑Time Soccer Shots Coach, you will be required to coach at any Austin area site, per the direction of the Director of Coaching or per the need or absence of another instructor. Any instruction, from 30 - 35 sessions per week, may be required at any given season or time period.

The Coach, as all instructors, will be required to upkeep rosters, prepare sessions, communicate with site staff, and drive to any session.

The Full‑Time Coach will work with the Director of Coaching to assist in the training and development of coaches.

The Full‑Time Coach will be required to coach a minimum of 5 days of camps during the year. Seasons/dates TBD.

This position is required to assist with program demos the two weeks prior to the start of the fall season. Additionally, this position will be required to assist as needed with parent meet and greets, showcases and open houses during the seasons.

Commitment to the mission of Soccer Shots to positively impact children’s lives; passion for the game and making a positive impact in each child’s life

Ability to consistently exhibit, share and communicate company’s core values: hustle, be mindful, have fun, make a difference, be a team player and pursue excellence

Knowledge and ability to convey/train best practices for early childhood expectations and development

Comfortable and confident interacting, speaking, leading and engaging with a variety of people ranging from toddlers to school directors in small and large group settings

Ability to lead, develop and hold coaching staff accountable to high performance standards

Dedicated to customer satisfaction and a commitment to exceeding expectations

Ability to creatively problem solve, adapt to rapidly changing situations and “think outside the box”

Ability to communicate program goals clearly and professionally

Prompt and timely in all aspects of the business, including communication with both customers and Soccer Shots staff

Commitment to develop, improve and grow (individually and organizationally)

Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects and multi-task without getting easily stressed -- must stay balanced.

Highly motivated and interested in seeking a professional opportunity where upside is based on performance

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year working with children between ages of 2 - 8 years old
• Minimum 1 year youth soccer coaching experience
• Soccer enthusiast; loves and honors the game
• CPR/First Aid Certified or willing to get certified within 30 days of hire
• Pass DFPS and FBI fingerprinting and background checks
• Have own reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance

This is a full‑time position requiring coaching a minimum of 30 sessions per week. If the number of coaching sessions falls below 30/week during a season, due to weather‑related cancellations, seasonal…