Coaching & Development Specialist

Full-Time | Long Island, NY | $50,000–$55,000 annually

About Soccer Shots

Soccer Shots is a nationally recognized children's soccer program combining soccer skills, character development, and fun to create remarkable experiences for children and families.

Soccer Shots Long Island West serves Nassau County and western Suffolk County. We are looking for an energetic, organized, and passionate individual to join our team and help develop our coaching staff.

Position Overview

The Coaching & Development Specialist is responsible for training, evaluating, and supporting our coaching staff while ensuring consistent program quality throughout Long Island.

This is a hands-on, field-based leadership position for someone who enjoys coaching, developing people, and working with children.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, develop, and support coaches.
  
  
• Conduct field visits, coach evaluations, and performance assessments.
  
  
• Provide feedback and coaching strategies to improve program delivery.
  
  
• Ensure coaches follow the curriculum, safety standards, and character-development philosophy.
  
  
• Support coach onboarding, seasonal training, and Kickoff meetings.
  
  
• Assist with coach scheduling, substitute coverage, and staffing plans.
  
  
• Participate in interviews and practical assessments for prospective coaches.
  
  
• Maintain communication with coaches, ownership, and the Family & Partner Experience Team
  
  
• Address coaching concerns and help maintain consistent program quality.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience in soccer, youth sports, coaching, or sports leadership.
  
  
• Passion for working with children and developing coaches.
  
  
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  
  
• Ability to evaluate performance and provide constructive feedback.
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple locations and priorities.
  
  
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout Long Island.
  
  
• Youth sports, childcare, education, or athletic development experience preferred.
  
  

Schedule & Location

• Full-time position based on Long Island, NY.
  
  
• Field-based role covering Nassau County and western Suffolk County.
  
  
• Weekday afternoons and weekends required.
  
  
• Schedule varies based on program operations, training, and evaluations.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $50,000–$55,000 annually, based on experience.
  
  
• 401(k) with company matching, subject to plan eligibility and terms.
  
  
• Paid holidays and applicable company benefits.
  
  
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding youth sports organization.
  
  

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about soccer, youth development, and building a strong coaching team, we would love to hear from you.

Help us create remarkable experiences for children and families across Long Island!