Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Flexible schedule

Director of Coaching — Soccer Shots Southwest Chicagoland Location: Southwest Suburbs - Orland Park, Lockport, New Lenox, Frankfort, and surrounding areas Hours: 20-25 hours/week (some evenings and Saturday mornings required) Pay: $25 per hour, depending on experience. $20 per hour while training

Who We Are: Soccer Shots is a nationally recognized youth soccer program focused on developing character, confidence, and coordination in kids ages 2–9. Through creative, high-energy sessions taught by passionate coaches, we’re on a mission to make a lasting, positive impact on every child we serve.

About the Role: We're hiring a Part-Time Director of Coaching to join our leadership team! This is a hands-on role for a dynamic, people-oriented individual who thrives in both coaching and leading. You’ll directly coach weekly sessions, train and support new coaches, and help expand our programming—especially our public programs and Soccer Shots Recreational League.

What You’ll Do:

Coaching & Leadership

Deliver high-quality, energetic Soccer Shots sessions across multiple age groups, 2-9 year olds.

Serve as a role model and set the coaching standard across all programs.

Be a leader at park district locations and our soccer league, where needed.

Coach Development & Hiring

Recruit, hire, train, and mentor new coaches

Teach and train coaches on Soccer Shots curriculum

Conduct on-site evaluations and ongoing coach support to maintain program excellence

Program Growth & Quality

Ensure program consistency, safety, and fun in all sessions

Provide feedback and Soccer Shots curriculum support to the coaching staff

Troubleshoot site issues and support day-to-day logistics

Qualifications:

Experience in youth sports, early childhood education, or coaching

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Passion for child development through sport

Access to reliable transportation

Able to work evenings and weekends as needed

Soccer background (playing or coaching)

Why Join Us?

Flexible part-time hours with growth potential

Supportive, mission-driven team

Impact-driven work where you help shape young lives

Ongoing training