Saturday Soccer Coach for Ages 1-6

About the role

Amazing Athletes Colorado Springs runs sports programs for young children that build confidence, coordination, teamwork and a love of activity. Its Soccer Stars program teaches soccer through age-appropriate games and skill building. The employer is looking for an energetic and dependable Saturday Soccer Coach to lead the Fall Soccer Stars program at Boddington Park, with dates from mid-August through September.

Key responsibilities

• Lead Saturday morning soccer classes for children ages 1-6 in small groups.
• Create a positive, energetic and encouraging environment.
• Teach basic soccer skills through games and imaginative activities.
• Communicate professionally with parents before and after class.
• Set up and pack up equipment each week.
• Arrive prepared and on time for every session.

Required profile

• Experience teaching, coaching or leading children ages 1-6.
• Comfortable leading classes independently.
• Excellent communication and classroom/group management skills.
• Reliable transportation and punctuality.
• Available Saturday mornings throughout the Fall season.
• Able to pass a background check.

Preferred skills

• Soccer playing or coaching experience.
• Early childhood education, teaching, recreation or youth sports background.
• High-energy, adaptable and patient personality, able to adjust activities to age, class size, weather and attention span.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Flexible, part-time schedule.
• Curriculum, lesson plans and equipment provided.
• Possibility of additional weekday preschool multi-sport classes (9-11 AM) and after-school soccer programs as the organization grows.