Competitive Soccer Coach: Foundation Phase

OVERVIEW

As a coach you will ensure the optimal learning environment for the player. Planning and implementing the Fremont YSC curriculum, lead the coaching during training and on game days, review and reflect on coaching performance for personal growth, and ensure all delivery is age specific and to the needs of the individual while nurturing teamwork and togetherness. Commitment to the three pillars of the clubs framework, developing the players, self development, and supporting parent engagement and understanding of the process.

Our philosophy is for holistic development, utilizing modern coaching practice supported by scientific research.

COACHES KEY SKILLS

• Enjoys working with youth
• A passion for football
• Awareness of behaviors - questioning, feedback, instruction, humor
• Awareness of tone - Positive and alert
• Positive body language
• Values driven

COACHES PROFILE

The Coach

• Creates opportunities of play for variable abilities
• Inspires a desire to play, and lifelong involvement in the game

The Environment

• Creates a positive motivational environment, player centered

Supporting the Player

• Holistic approach to development
• Improves players technique and understanding of the game (1st and 2nd roles)
• Empowers players decision making
• Encourages healthy habits and support physical development through play
• Instills club values and team togetherness

Game Days

• Emphasizes enjoyment and development.
• Provides positive reinforcement and encouragement
• Provides multiple learning experiences through positional rotation

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Development of the player within the learning phase objectives.
• Deliver training sessions from the Fremont YSC Framework.
• Applying player Individual Development Plans, as structured by the clubs framework.
• Actively engage in personal growth and development through continued education and self reflection.
• Continuous open communication with DOC of learning phase in reference to welfare and needs of individual players.
• Monitor and record player progress and provide constructive feedback for improvement, aligned with DOC implemented process.
• Coordinate with other coaches and staff to ensure smooth operation of training, games, and player development needs.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding player progress, team schedules, and any other relevant information, building relationships within the a team culture, fostering a collective approach to player development.
• Attend and participate in coaches meetings, completing administrative tasks as required by the DOC.
• Take responsibility for ensuring the highest standards are always met (training environment/culture, appearance, kit, equipment, behavior)

QUALIFICATIONS

• USSF D License (or international) license preferred
• Or USSF Grassroots Diplomas working towards D License
• SafeSport Trained (can be completed during onboarding)
• Background Check (completed during onboarding)