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, afterschool programs, parks, and recreation centers throughout the North Shore Chicago Area.

Learn more: soccershots.com/northshorechicago

🚀 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