Academy Soccer Coach

The role of the “Soccer Academy Coach” is to develop U6-U12 youth soccer players at the YMCA of Central Texas in accordance with the mission, philosophy, and core values of our association. The Academy Coach is expected to deliver quality soccer guidance and education to young athlete within the Y Soccer Academy program, and help those players realize their development potential. Must have college or elite level coaching experience.

Please include your relevant sports experience in you resume and/or cover letter when applying.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• High School Diploma/GED, some college preferred
• 1-5+ Years of coaching experience required
• Base level to top level certification by and member of National Agency in related field
• Coaching in a high-performance senior environment in a US based competition OR Coaching in a college environment 3-5+ years preferred
• Elite Development Experience preferred
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver License and show proof of insurability while maintaining a driver record that is satisfactory with Y standards
• Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certification

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to conduct weekly organized training sessions with a focus on player development.
• Participate in player evaluations and scrimmages to determine appropriate team placement/assignments.
• Coach weekend league games, and tournaments when scheduled, with an emphasis on development and teaching the game.
• Conduct parent meetings in order to distribute important season/team information
• Maintain a positive relationship with players parents, with an emphasis on communication
• Ability to attract, maintain, lead and motivate quality staff and volunteer leadership
• Knowledge of basic computer skills
• Ability to be an articulate spokesperson for the Association and the YMCA movement as a whole
• Knowledge and understanding of community resources and how to relate these to maximize their utilization to the help the YMCA meet goals
• Commitment to the purpose of the YMCA of Central Texas
• Enthusiasm, high energy and exceptional human relations and motivational skills
• Exhibit ability to lead within the organization (both Staff and Volunteers)

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay Range: $18.33-$49.00/hr DOE

About Us: We are a not-for-profit services Association focusing on mission driven initiatives, with a vision of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities throughout 7 Texas Counties. Our organization is home to the largest school age child care provider in Williamson County as well as health and fitness programs that improve the quality of life for over 45,000 members ranging from preschool through senior citizen.

The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. Thank you for your interest in the YMCA of Central Texas!