Academy Head Coach

“FC Cincinnati”•Cincinnati, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Academy Head Coach is responsible for the development of elite talent within the FCC Academy program, preparing players to transition into the Academy's senior age groups and ultimately to FCC2 and the First Team. Working in close collaboration with the Academy Director, this role oversees all aspects of player development for their age category, including roster selection, style of play integration, mental and physical preparation, and curriculum development and delivery. This position will work mainly in the U13-U15 age groups.

Requirements

Broad soccer related background
Demonstrated organizational, communicative, and practical knowledge and delivery of soccer specific content
Demonstrated administrative and organizational abilities to manage multiple programs and priorities, including event planning, player welfare concerns, and academy administrative needs as assigned
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
A positive and respectful demeanor to interact and work with other departments within the Club
When called upon, the Coach will be asked to attend functions or events and as such must always be positive and respectful in all interactions at such events
Bilingual (English/Spanish) helpful but not required
USSF “B” Coaching License or better required
5+ years of coaching experience
Professional playing background preferred

Responsibilities

Be responsible for leading training for Academy team in accordance with FCC training principles and methodology
Manage training schedules, plan and document training sessions, and maintain accurate records of all training activities.
Assess performance and skill development for each Academy player and schedule evaluations on a regular basis
Formulate an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) for each Academy player on his team
Assists in advising college placement for all Academy players in conjunction with other Academy coaches
Assess performance of Academy players to evaluate when best developmentally to move players up for games and trainings to older age groups
Work towards the successful implementation of the Club Performance Plan and set the standard for the club in terms of knowledge and work ethic
Be proactive in seeking educational opportunities to grow as a coach and to help with the development of the club
Assist when needed with development opportunities of players outside the Academy system
Interact with members of the public and soccer community in a positive and respectful way as to protect and enhance the brand
Attend as necessary, events when needed to promote FCC programs or act as a Club ambassador
The Academy Coach will maintain and develop relationships with strategic youth soccer partners in the community
Lead the Academy program in implanting and following the MLS Next Safe Sport & Wellbeing policies and procedures
Curriculum development
Video analysis
General administrative duties
Assist in management of player records and files
Attendance at all scheduled meetings
Other duties as assigned