Youth Soccer Instructor; Development Prog – AMs and early PMs

Position: Youth Soccer Instructor (Development Prog) – Spring AMs and early PMs
Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Training & development

Are you…

✅ Passionate about working with children and the game of soccer?
✅ Energetic, animated, and able to be silly with kids?
✅ Looking for part-time work with flexible hours and a chance to grow professionally?

If so, you may be a perfect fit for our Coaching Development Program—designed to train, mentor, and elevate aspiring coaches who want to make a lasting, positive impact on every child we serve.

⚽ About Us

Soccer Shots North Shore Chicago offers an engaging children’s soccer experience with a strong emphasis on character development. We operate in childcare centers, elementary schools, after school programs, parks, and recreation centers throughout the North Shore Chicago Area.

Learn more:

🚀 What Makes This a Development Program?

This is more than just a coaching job—it's a structured opportunity to grow:

• Comprehensive training program completed within two weeks of hire
• Ongoing mentorship from our Director of Coaching
• Seasonal evaluations and feedback to help you improve
• Leadership opportunities for standout coaches
• Access to a national coaching network through the Soccer Shots franchise

Whether you're exploring a career in education, sports, or youth development, this program builds transferable skills in communication, leadership, and child engagement.

📝 Responsibilities

• Lead high-energy, creative, and fun 30–45 minute sessions using our curriculum
• Instruct 5–10 sessions per week (with potential for more)
• Commit to a 10-week season once scheduled
• Travel to assigned locations weekly (site-to-site travel may be required)
• Maintain a safe, organized, and caring environment
• Keep equipment clean and organized
• Submit attendance, invoices, and standout player nominations online
• Attend seasonal training and mid-season meetings
• Participate in ongoing development and coaching evaluations

🎯 Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and comfortable engaging with children ages 2–8
• Available Monday–Friday (9:00 AM–7:00 PM) and Saturdays (9:00 AM–12:00 PM)
• Soccer experience preferred but not required
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Reliable transportation
• Must pass background checks and clearances

📚 Training & Development

• Complete training within 2 weeks of hire
• Biannual Coaches Training Days (Spring & Fall)
• Mid-season coaching conference calls
• Seasonal coaching evaluations