Preschool-aged Soccer Instructor at Rainier Community Center

## Description

**Preschool-aged Soccer Instructor at Rainier Community Center**

The Associated Recreation Council (ARC), in partnership with Seattle Parks & Recreation, is hiring a **Preschool-aged Soccer Instructor**. The Preschool-aged Soccer Instructor will be responsible for programming and delivering a soccer class to children aged 2-5 years. The coach will focus on introducing basic soccer skills through play, movement, and imagination while fostering confidence, teamwork, and a love for physical activity. This is a seasonal (winter and spring quarters) part-time role starting asap. There are multiple opportunities to extend.

**Location:** Rainier Community Center

**Start Date:**

• 01/8/2026

**Schedule:**

• Part time, Thursdays 4:15-5:45pm

### **Position Overview:**

We are looking for an energetic, patient, and enthusiastic Preschool Soccer Coach to lead fun, age-appropriate soccer sessions for children ages 2–5. The coach will focus on introducing basic soccer skills through play, movement, and imagination while fostering confidence, teamwork, and a love for physical activity.

**Preschool-aged Soccer Instructor Responsibilities:**

• Lead engaging, structured soccer classes designed for preschool-aged children
• Teach basic soccer skills such as running, kicking, dribbling, and coordination through games and activities
• Create a positive, encouraging, and safe environment for all children
• Use age-appropriate communication and behavior management techniques
• Set up and break down equipment before and after sessions
• Communicate professionally with parents and caregivers as needed
• Follow program curriculum, safety guidelines, and attendance procedures

**Preschool-aged Soccer Instructor Minimum Qualifications:**

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Experience working with young children (preschool, daycare, coaching, teaching, or childcare experience preferred)
• Enthusiastic, energetic, and patient personality
• Ability to manage small groups of young children in an active setting
• Reliable transportation and punctuality
• Background check clearance (required)

**Pay:**

• Starting Pay: $25.00 - 27.00/hr.
• Full Pay Range: $25.00 - 35.00/hr. *(employee may earn up to $35.00/hr with continued employment)*

**Benefits:**

• ARC Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST)

We are actively interviewing for this role, so if this role is a good fit for you and you want to learn more about it, please apply now.