Academy Head Coach

Chicago Fire•Chicago, IL

8d•$65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Chicago Fire Football Club is seeking a dedicated Academy Head Coach to join our team! The Academy Head Coach will report to the Academy Technical Director. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual that will work closely with our Academy players and manage the Academy Youth Development Coaching Program.

Requirements

Must possess a USSF B License or equivalent
Previous experience coaching in an amateur, professional level, or other reputable development team
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive, cross-functional relationships with stakeholders
Experience in utilizing and understanding Match Analysis
Demonstrated leadership and motivational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A strong sense of self-awareness and emotional intelligence
An understanding of the pressures and commitments required for youth players involved in high level youth soccer (or other elite youth sports development awareness)
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when privy to sensitive information
Willingness to learn in a fast-paced, performance-driven work environment
Ability to work non-traditional hours, in non-traditional settings, including all home games (or other work events) that fall on nights, weekends, and/or holidays

Nice To Haves

Must possess a USSF A License
Must possess a EFCL License
Bilingual (Spanish/English) or multi-lingual fluency

Responsibilities

Support the design, implementation, and management of the Academy’s Youth Development Coaching Program
Manage the schedule of Academy training, including dates, times, the number of training sessions, and the periods of vacations and breaks from training
Oversee and guide Academy Assistant coaches in the effective management, discipline, and conduct of players, ensuring consistent adherence to the Academy Code of Conduct and Club values.
Liaise with the Academy management team in relation to the multi-disciplinary requirements of all Youth Development players at the Academy
Aid player development and motivation by providing positive and constructive feedback that is delivered in an appropriate method
Use session planning tools, individual performance planning, and video platform to ensure that all relevant player data is recorded
Demonstrate a willingness to further personal knowledge and development
Carry out responsibilities in accordance with the club’s policies and all applicable laws, particularly regarding the safeguarding of youth/minor players
Establish and implement the Club’s culture within the team, creating an environment that reflects the values and standards of the Chicago Fire FC
Other duties as assigned by Academy Technical Director or Sporting Director