What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educator Developer – Coach Education Pathway (Grassroots to C License) position at U.S. Soccer Federation?
U.S. Soccer Overview
The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good.
We understand the importance and the power of teamwork, on and off the pitch. That’s why we work closely with our Federation partners and members, to inspire, support and guide every level of the game: from the grassroots, to the National Teams. We want to bring soccer into every home and every community, right across America. Because we believe that soccer can transform lives like no other sport. Soccer can represent the best of US.
U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitions plans for US soccer in the near and far future. We are therefore, looking for dynamic servant-leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical decision-making, professional flexibility and an empathic management style that builds bold teams and delivers globally significant results.
Position Description
U.S. Soccer is looking for an Educator Developer – Coaching Education Pathway (Grassroots to C License level) to lead the design, delivery, and quality assurance of coaching education for the foundational stages of the coaching pathway. This role is vital in ensuring that new and developing coaches have access to high-quality, accessible, and aligned educational experiences. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with internal departments, member organizations, and Coach Educators to grow the game through grassroots education that reflects the “US Way’ methodology.
This individual will report into the Director of Coaching Education, and work closely with the Sporting Department, Soccer Growth team, and Product team.
Primary Responsibilities
- Curriculum Development: Design, develop, and manage course curriculum for US Soccer’s Grassroots to C Licenses, ensuring content is modern, evidence-based, and aligned with best practices in coaching education.
- Coach Educator Development: Train, mentor, and evaluate Coach Educators through structured workshops, assessments, and ongoing professional development.
- Quality Assurance & Delivery: Maintain high educational standards across both online and in-person course formats through Educator training, course evaluations, and collaboration with the Coach Education department.
- Grassroots Strategy & Accessibility: Collaborate with internal departments, member organizations, and stakeholders to develop and implement a national grassroots coaching education strategy that improves accessibility for aspiring coaches across the country.
- Project & Stakeholder Management: Lead initiatives that enhance coaching education pathways by working across departments (e.g., Sporting, Soccer Growth, and Product) to align resources, improve delivery models, and ensure effective program implementation.
- Methodology Alignment: Work closely with the Sporting Department to ensure course content reflects the "US Way," fostering a cohesive methodology across all levels.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Coaching Certification: Minimum U.S. Soccer A License required
- Education: Master’s degree in one of the following fields: Sport Coaching, Sport Management (with Coaching Focus), High-Performance Coaching or Sport Science, or Education (Coaching or Adult Learning focus)
- Coaching & Leadership Experience: Minimum of 10 years in coaching and/or technical leadership within a Federation or Club
- Expertise Areas: Deep understanding of player development, training methodology, and performance analysis.
- Project & Stakeholder Management: Experience in project management, leading staff, and collaborating across departments to execute strategic initiatives.
- Big-Picture Thinking: Ability to connect micro-level details with the broader vision and mission of US Soccer’s coaching education initiatives.
- Technology Proficiency: Experience with learning management systems (LMS), performance analysis software, and digital course content development tools.
- Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments.
- Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission.
- Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
- General knowledge of soccer.
- Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments.
- Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission.
- Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
U.S Soccer is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected under the law. This policy applies to all our employment practices within our organization.
We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA, veterans, parents, and persons with disabilities to apply.
