Goalkeeping Coach, Boys Soccer (Creative Design)

Position Summary:  The Goalkeeping Coach, Boys Soccer are responsible for all aspects of training and coaching Student Athletes.  

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepares and implements a Soccer training program for all Student Athletes 
• Lead Professional Goalkeeping Development Program for all other coaches 
• College Placement Liaison for assigned team and assist the Director of Goalkeeping in all Goalkeepers college placement  
• Implementation of Goalkeeping clinics domestically and Internationally as assigned by Director 
• Assess the performance and skill development of each Student Athlete and partners with the appropriate department, including Academics and APD,  for their continued development 
• Help with the psychological preparation of the Student Athlete in both pre-match and post-match 
• Develop motivational approach to practice and matches  
• Work to develop comprehensive knowledge of Soccer in decision-making, handling authority and setting and meeting objectives 
• Interacts with the Student Athlete as an educator of the sport and mentor 
• Partners with the Student Athlete's parent/guardian regarding their overall development. 
• Skilled and proficient in all training techniques  
• Effectively communicates to Student Athletes 
• Assures proper safety is maintained  
• Assists in college placement of the Student Athlete 
• Travel to tournaments as needed 
• Assists in the recruiting of prospective Student Athletes  
• Adhering to all company policies, procedures and business ethic codes
• Other duties as assigned  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Experience coaching at the college and/or club level  
• Bachelor's degree in physical education, sports management, business administration or a similar sports or business related field or the equivalent 
• “A” License 
• Skills in training and instructing Soccer 
• Strong commitment to Student Athletes 
• Desire to work collaboratively with colleagues  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills  

Preferred Skills:

• Bilingual 
• CPR Certification 
• Valid driver's license with ability to drive for tournaments, games, travel 

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs.  
• Should be able to handle outdoor temperatures for a reasonable period of time. 
• Must be able to move around campus which includes gym, turf, fields, etc. 
• Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays is required  

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