Kickaroos Coach

• Saint Louis, MO

Vetta Sports is seeking enthusiastic, energetic, and fun-loving individuals to join our team as Kickaroos Coaches. As a Kickaroos Coach, you will be responsible for leading structured, age-appropriate soccer classes for children aged 18 months to 6 years. Your primary goal will be to create a safe, creative, and engaging learning environment where young children can develop fundamental soccer skills, improve coordination, and enhance their social skills through play.

Responsibilities:

• Lead Engaging Classes: Deliver fun, friendly, and structured Kickaroos classes for children ages 18 months – 6 years, ensuring age-appropriate activities and games.
• Promote Development: Guide children through various soccer activities and games designed to promote physical, cognitive, and social development.
• Create a Safe Environment: Ensure a safe and secure learning environment for all participants, adhering to Vetta Sports' safety guidelines and procedures.
• Foster Positive Behavior: Effectively manage children's behaviors in a positive and constructive manner, promoting good sportsmanship and cooperation.
• Communicate Effectively: Maintain clear and professional communication with children, parents, and Vetta Sports staff. Provide positive feedback and address any concerns as needed.
• Organize and Prepare: Arrive prepared for each class, with all necessary equipment and a clear understanding of the day's activities.
• Be a Team Player: Collaborate effectively with other Vetta Sports staff members and coaches to ensure a cohesive and positive program experience.
• Maintain Professionalism: Represent Vetta Sports in a professional manner at all times, demonstrating a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Embrace Enthusiasm: Bring high energy and enthusiasm to every class, creating an exciting and motivating atmosphere for young athletes.
• Marketing Team Member: Participate in marketing items such as customer contact calls.
• HAVE FUN! – Most importantly, embody the joy of sports and ensure that every child has a fun and memorable experience.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with young children (ages 18 months - 6 years) in a coaching, teaching, or childcare setting is highly preferred.
• Basic knowledge of soccer fundamentals is a plus, but not required; training will be provided.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and positively influence children's behavior.
• Highly organized and punctual.
• Enthusiastic, energetic, and patient demeanor.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Must pass a background check.

Working Conditions:

• Work primarily takes place indoors on turf fields.
• Requires standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting of light equipment.
• Ability to be physically active and demonstrate soccer movements.

E****mployment classification

This is a part-time, hourly position requiring approx. 15–20 hours per week.