Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid time off
Flexible schedule
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Director of Coaching Soccer Shots- Madison, WI (Dane County) $38,000 - $42,000 a year - Full Time
Soccer Shots is a non-competitive, character-focused soccer program that introduces soccer to children ages 2-8. We work on-site at preschools, daycare centers, and run public park programs in Dane County.
We are seeking a Director of Coaching who will be a part of our leadership team and create a fun and positive learning environment for children and our coaches through soccer.
Full job description
This role will consist of working 5 days per week: (Mandatory weekend AM Saturday shift / Sunday's AM preferred or on call), the other 3-4 days will be coordinated, but will need to be consistent. The annual salary is for 36-38 hours per week. There is flexibility with some hours being worked from your own home!
WHAT YOU NEED:
Passion for sports, working with children, and fostering youth development.
Professional: Neat in appearance; friendly and courteous with school staff and directors and parents; self-assured and confident.
Enthusiastic: Must enjoy interacting with young children (2–8 years old); able to connect with children and communicate on their level. You must be very outgoing, animated, and able to be silly with the children.
Previous experience in coaching, sales, or marketing, is preferred.
Soccer or other athletic/sports experience: Soccer experience is desired, but no special coaching license is required.
Reliable PERSONAL transportation and valid driver's license
High School Diploma
WI State-Required Clearances: Candidate must pass Department of Children and Families background check
Eligible to work in the U.S. and must be at least 18 years old.
CPR certified or willing to get certified
RESPONSIBILITIES (can include but are not limited to):
Coaching:
Safely manage a class of children. Class sizes vary by age and location.
Implement our curriculum which focuses on skill and character development
Coach Management and Development:
Assist in recruiting, training, on-boarding, developing, and retaining coaches.
Manage coaching staff. Direct contact for coaches.
Manage Park Locations: Manage and oversee public program locations. Responsibility includes supervising coaches and being the point of contact for families.
Marketing and Communications:
Performing seasonal marketing/promotions - running program demos, distributing flyers, and setting up tables at schools and parks.
Representing Soccer Shots at Free Fun Days, open houses, and other community and partnership events.
Account Management:
Responsible for helping with the management and relationships of schools and any new sites. Maintaining and enhancing school relationships.
Administrative/Support:
Create, print, and distribute promotional materials
Prepare and keep a record of equipment sets and gear for instructors
Prepare and distribute seasons prizes and certificates
Working Environment
Hybrid role: office, remote, and on-field presence required
Includes evenings and weekends based on program needs
Territory travel required to support coaches and attend events
Performance Reviews
60-day performance check-in
Quarterly goals and strategy reviews
Annual performance and compensation review
Benefits Pulled from the full job description
Paid training
Health insurance
Paid time off
Employee discount
Paid holidays
Bonus opportunities
$100 monthly gas stipend
10 PTO days Paid company holidays Health insurance (50% employer-paid)
Growth opportunities in operations, marketing, and nonprofit initiatives
If you have a passion for positively impacting children, we’d love to talk to you. Soccer Shots is an international franchise brand with territories in the U.S. and Canada. This position is for your local franchise. Visit soccershots.com/madisonwi to learn more.