Avalanche Soccer club is a Wheat Ridge, Colorado based youth soccer club seeking passionate and experienced Soccer Coaches to join our team. The ideal candidates will have a background in sports coaching, particularly in soccer, and a strong ability to work with kids between the ages of 8-16 years old.
Description: Avalanche SC is seeking a coach for Academy (U9-U10) or Competitive (U11-U18) level teams. Team Coaches focus on the development of the individual players & team using age appropriate training methods in conjunction with the Avalanche development plan. Work closely with the Director of Coaching of the club. Team Coach will coordinate and communicate with families on a regular basis. This is a seasonal contract, paid position.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct 2 to 3 team training sessions per week (depending on the age and playing level) Weekly training modules are provided.
- Attend games on Saturdays and some Sundays. 8 games per season.
- Facilitate match management duties for each team (warm-up prior to matches, line-ups, substitutions, match tactics, etc.)
- Respond to emails from team members, parents, opposing coaches, club Administrator, Director of Coaching in 24 hours.
- Manage/support team participating in tournaments.
- Lead their respective teams into the competitive tryout process, including player placement recommendations.
- Attend and assist in the tryout process for all Avalanche teams. Team coaches will also conduct player evaluations and hold team meetings.
- Pay is commensurate with experience, licensing, team level, team size per season.
- Additional work opportunities, such as camps, may be available.
Qualifications:
- Must be able to pass a background check and have a valid driver's license.
- Must be willing to participate in coach education offered by the club and by US Soccer.
- Must have previous soccer playing or coaching experience.
- Must complete SafeSport and Concussion training.
- Must have reliable transportation
To apply, email Alastair Woods at avalanchesoccer.doc@gmail.com
Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Seasonal
Pay: From $3,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 6 – 8 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- After school
- Evenings as needed
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Wheat Ridge, CO (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Wheat Ridge, CO: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person