Soccer Shots - Kalamazoo·Kentwood, Michigan
Lead soccer sessions for children aged 2-8 in various community and educational settings. Focus on building children's confidence and providing a positive, high-energy fitness experience.
Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Youth Soccer Instructor/Early Childhood Educator needed for children ages 2-8
Soccer Shots (the official two to five-year-old program of US Youth Soccer) is looking to expand our team of dynamic early childhood instructors to accommodate our growth in the Kalamazoo, Portage and surrounding area.
We operate in preschools, day cares, community centers, as well as public spaces. We have classes Monday-Thursday mornings and afternoons as well as Saturday mornings year round. Session start times vary depending upon location and season but typically fall within the following timeframes and repeat each week: morning (8:30 am - 12 pm) or afternoon (3:30 pm - 6:45pm).
Arrives on time to each session, can handle a group of 10 or more children, keeps accurate attendance, communicates well with Soccer Shots director of coaching, etc.
Neat in appearance, friendly and courteous with day care center staff and director as well as parents, self-assured.
Must enjoy interacting with young children (2 – 8 years old), and be able to connect with them on their level, making the Soccer Shots class the best part of their week. You must be very outgoing and animated; able to be silly with the children. Experience with children is required.
Must own and have daily access to a computer, printer, and internet This is a part time position. Please provide a resume and cover letter with application.
Must have experience working with children, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and access to a computer and internet. Soccer experience is a plus but not required.
Market context
In Michigan, morning preschool coaching roles can be competitive because they combine early-childhood experience with dependable logistics and weekday availability. Employers typically look for candidates who can safely work with young children, arrive consistently, and manage simple administrative tasks; this posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the role faster. Before applying, confirm your transportation, driver’s license, insurance, and daily access to a computer, printer, and internet.