Soccer Shots - New Orleans·New Orleans, Louisiana
The coach will lead 30-35 soccer sessions per week for children ages 18 months to 8 years at various schools and parks. They will also support coaching operations and maintain organization using tools like Connecteam and Monday.com.
Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Training & development Flexible schedule Full-Time Early Childhood Soccer Coach Full-Time | Salaried | 35,000/year Soccer Shots New Orleans
Make an Impact. Have Fun. Help Shape the Next Generation.
Do you love working with young children? Are you energetic, positive, and passionate about helping kids build confidence through sports?
Soccer Shots New Orleans is looking for a Children’s Enrichment Instructor to join our team. This role is perfect for a recent graduate or early-career professional who wants to build a meaningful career in early childhood development, coaching, and leadership. No Sports Experience Required!
You’ll spend your week creating fun, memorable experiences for children ages 18 months–8 years old through Soccer Shots sessions at schools and parks throughout the Greater New Orleans area, including Metairie, Uptown New Orleans, Mid City New Orleans, Kenner, the Westbank, and Chalmette.
If you’re looking for a career where you can make a difference every day, have fun while you work, and grow as a leader, we’d love to meet you!
What You’ll Do: Coach & Create Amazing Experiences for Children
Lead 30-35 Soccer Shots sessions each week for children ages 18 months–8 years old at schools and parks throughout the Greater New Orleans area. Create a safe, fun, and encouraging environment where every child feels successful. Deliver our proven curriculum with enthusiasm, professionalism, and consistency. Build positive relationships with children, families, teachers, and school partners.
Work alongside the Executive Director and Coaching Support team. Assist with daily team needs. Use tools like Connecteam and Monday.com to stay organized and support team success. We’re Looking For Someone Who Is:
Energetic, dependable, and fun to be around. Passionate about making a positive impact on young children. A strong communicator who enjoys building relationships. Organized, coachable, and eager to learn. Excited about developing leadership skills and growing with our team. Required Qualifications:
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Experience working with children ages 18 months–8 years old (teaching, coaching, childcare, camps, recreation, etc.) Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Full-time salaried position. Monday–Friday schedule. Some evening availability required. Saturday morning programming opportunities available with additional compensation. Compensation & Benefits
$35,000 annually 100% reimbursement for all work-related fuel expenses. 5 days of Paid Time Off + additional PTO earned each year. More than four weeks of paid holidays annually, including Christmas/New Year’s, Mardi Gras week, and Thanksgiving week. 401(k) eligibility. Professional development and leadership training. Opportunities for advancement as Soccer Shots New Orleans continues to grow. If you’re looking for more than just a job and want a career where you can positively impact children while growing as a coach and leader, apply today!
Help us create smiles, build confidence, and inspire a lifelong love of movement and play. Questions? Email nolacareers@soccershots.com See What We Do! Instagram: @soccershotsnola Facebook: Soccer Shots New Orleans
Candidates must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Experience working with young children is preferred, and a bachelor's degree is also considered a plus.
Market context
Demand for early childhood coaching roles in Louisiana is often tied to youth sports programs, childcare-adjacent enrichment, and school or community-based activities that need dependable staff. This role is competitive because employers usually look for candidates who can safely work with young children, have reliable transportation, and can bring a flexible, team-oriented approach. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then tailor your application to highlight child-focused experience and your ability to travel consistently.