Part-Time Pre-Academy/Academy Goalkeeper Coach

FC Cincinnati•Cincinnati, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As an FCC Pre-Academy/Academy Goalkeeping Coach, you are responsible for coaching and developing the FCC pre-academy goalkeepers U8 through U12 in the FCC GK philosophy. This individual will be leading the weekly training sessions, introductory sessions and supporting the pre-academy director at all sessions. The FCC Pre-Academy Goalkeeping Coach will work closely with the FCC Academy Goalkeeping Coaches and assist all FCC goalkeeping coaches at the club when needed. This role will demand a high level of energy and want to create the standards and culture in the FCC goalkeeping department from the grass roots. In addition, this role will include scouting & recruitment of goalkeepers for the FCC academy, liaise with fellow FCC goalkeeper coaches to ensure continuity of player development from academy through to the 1st Team.

Requirements

USSF C License preferred
GK License preferred
2-4 years of youth goalkeeper coaching background/experience
Knowledge and know-how of Microsoft office/Apple os
Valid US Driver’s license
Ability to work outside of regular business hours including but not limited to weekends and holidays as required by the FCC game schedule, special events, and projects

Nice To Haves

Commitment to the player development process
Passion for youth soccer and knowledge of the MLS
Collaboration with fellow coaches with a multidisciplinary approach
A motivated growth mindset and life-long learner
Strong work ethic
Strong leadership and communication skills

Responsibilities

Design Pre-Academy goalkeeper training plans for age bands U8 through U12
Lead U8 through U12 Pre-Academy goalkeepers during all training sessions (and games)
Work closely with Pre-Academy director Adrian Parrish in setting up and running of all Pre-Academy Sessions
Support all FCC goalkeeping coaches
Create a Pre-Academy goalkeeping curriculum alongside the FCC Academy GK coaches
Document all training sessions
Contribute to discussions of GK's to be added to the FCC Academy
Aid in goalkeeper scouting/recruitment within the Academy. This will include planning and implementing goalkeeper try-outs, clinics and camps as well as attending local and nationwide events.