Goalkeeper Coach
About The Position
The Goalkeeper Coach (GCH) will be accountable for the successful support to the goalkeeper program within Eastshore Alliance FC. The GCH shall provide leadership, guidance and mentorship to all players within the Head Coaches’ team(s) and the club. The ideal candidate will have a passion and enthusiasm for working with soccer players of all ages, as well as coaches and staff. The candidate will have a strong passion to take the club to the next level that aligns with the club’s mission, vision, and values. As a key leader in the club, the GCH will be looked upon for professionalism, mindfulness, organization and good communication. The GCH is expected to be a positive role model on and off the field by exhibiting Eastshore Alliance FC’s core values: player-centered, growth mindset, respect, collaboration, and integrity.
Requirements
- Hold an age-group appropriate coaching license (or be on course to earn one)
Responsibilities
- Serve as Goalkeeper Coach within the Competitive Program
- Train your player pool(s) for the allocated number of sessions per week through the last game of each season within the club’s methodology (summer, fall, winter, spring)
- Be present and engaged at all assigned practices and games
- Participate and support the Alliance tryout process when assigned by the DOC’s
- Identify, manage, and evaluate ongoing player development needs and issues
- Coach at EAFC camps and clinics as needed
- Create a plan for each session and game per EAFC standards
- Complete compliance requirements prior to the start of the summer team camp
- Provide the DOC with reasonable advance notice for planned absences and coordinate coverage with appropriate coaches
- Adhere to the requirements of the Eastshore Alliance FC Employee Handbook, Coach Code of Conduct, and carry out responsibilities in accordance with club policies and all applicable laws, particularly regarding the safeguarding of youth/minor players
- Attend club-wide meetings, coach meetings and training programs. If unable to attend, it is your responsibility to follow up with the age-appropriate DOC to collect any missed information
- Attend and participate in EAFC community events as an ambassador for the club (Raise Craze, Fútbol Fiesta, and more)
- In case of inclement weather, complete an alternative training session with DOC approval
- Wear EAFC coach apparel at all practices, games, tournaments, clinics, camps, tryouts, events, and other activities when representing the club
- As assigned by the DOC’s, utilize the video analysis software to review game film and use as an educational tool with your team(s)
- Track your working hours in ADP and submit them prior to the end of each pay period. If overtime is required, permission must be granted by both the DOC’s and the MDO
- Ensure quality service by communicating with players, families, and staff in a timely manner (within 24 - 48 hours)
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