Lil' Kickers Soccer Coach

Responsive recruiter Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Location:Roscoe Village: 2640-B W. Bradley PlaceChicago, IL 60618
Wicker Park / Bucktown (outdoor location)Spring - Fall: Holstein Park2200 N. Oakley Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Edgewater (outdoor location)Spring - Fall: Senn Park5887 N. Ridge Ave,Chicago, IL 60660

Youth Soccer/Child Development Coach

Consistent Schedule • Paid Training • Growth Opportunities

Do you enjoy working with children? Love teaching, storytelling, and helping kids grow?
Join the Lil’ Kickers & Skills Institute Soccer team and make a meaningful impact every week.

An LK Soccer Coach leads children ages 18 months to 10 years old through a 50-minute structured class focused on development, confidence, and fun. Coaches play a key role in creating a safe, positive, and consistent experience for children and families.

This role is ideal for committed high school students, college students, recent graduates, and adults looking for reliable part-time work in a supportive, team-driven environment. Soccer experience is helpful, but not required — full training is provided.

About Our Programs

• Lil’ Kickers (18 months–5 years): A nationally recognized child development program that uses soccer as a tool to build confidence, coordination, and social skills
  
  
• Skills Institute (5–10 years): A structured soccer training program focused on skill development and progression
  
  

Our culture is built around positivity, inclusion, and growth — for kids and coaches alike. Each year, our team inspires 15,000+ children across our communities.

What You’ll Do

• Lead fun, structured 50-minute soccer classes
  
  
• Set up and break down equipment before and after class
  
  
• Communicate with families before and after sessions
  
  
• Create a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment for kids
  
  

Schedule & Commitment

• Classes run on consistent weekly schedules
  
  
• Most coaches work 2–4 shifts per week
  
  
• Weekend availability is a plus
  
  
• Best fit for candidates who can commit for multiple sessions, not just a few weeks
  
  

Training & Growth

• Paid training (30–35 hours over approximately 6 weeks)
  
  
• Combination of online learning and on-field coaching practice
  
  
• Ongoing feedback and on-site support from experienced coaches
  
  
• Opportunities to grow into Mentor Coach and Site Lead roles
  
  

Pay & Perks

• Pay increases based on training completion, tenure, and leadership roles
  
  
• Individual quarterly retention bonus
  
  
• Quarterly leadership training
  
  
• Team outings, competitions, and contests
  
  
• Additional paid opportunities (birthday parties and special events)
  
  

Who Thrives in This Role

• Enjoys working with young children
  
  
• Reliable, punctual, and positive
  
  
• Communicates well with families
  
  
• Open to feedback and growth
  
  

Backgrounds that often do well include:

• College students (education, psychology, kinesiology, leadership, etc.)
  
  
• Former athletes or coaches
  
  
• Camp counselors, youth leaders, or teachers
  
  
• Adults seeking meaningful, consistent part-time work
  
  

No prior coaching experience is required.

Join Our Team

If you’re looking for a part-time role where consistency, growth, and impact matter, we’d love to hear from you. Compensation: $16.60 - $18.00 per hour

About Us 

Lil’ Kickers is a nationwide soccer program rooted in child development theory for kids ages 18 months to 10 years old. Weekly classes are packed with fun and taught by dynamic coaches with a passion for kids. We focus on helping children build strong physical, intellectual and emotional skills using the game of soccer. With more tha