Assistant Soccer Coach, Goalkeeping

Position Summary:  The Assistant Goalkeeping Coach is responsible for all aspects of training and coaching Student Athletes.  

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and delivery of the Foundation Goalkeeping Program, providing a consistent and age-appropriate development pathway for all Foundation goalkeepers.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of the Boys’ and Girls’ Full-Time Goalkeeping Programs, working collaboratively with the Head of Goalkeeping and program leads.
• Create, implement and regularly review Individual Development Plans (IDPs) with each assigned goalkeeper.
• Conduct match and training analysis using sports-performance software to evaluate goalkeeper performance, provide individual feedback and support IDP development.
• Assist APD staff with the planning and delivery of goalkeeper-specific physical-development sessions based on the athletic demands of the position.
• Assist the Head of Goalkeeping with the college placement of all goalkeepers.
• Assess the performance and development of each Student-Athlete and collaborate with the appropriate departments, including Academics, APD and Mental Performance, to support their continued development.
• Support the psychological preparation of Student-Athletes before and after training and matches.
• Create a positive and motivational approach to training and competition.
• Interact with Student-Athletes as an educator, coach and mentor.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding the overall development of their Student-Athlete.
• Coach at IMG Academy camps, clinics, identification events and other domestic or international events as required.
• Assist with the identification, evaluation and recruitment of prospective goalkeepers at the local, national and international levels.
• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency across goalkeeper-specific training techniques.
• Communicate instructions, feedback and development objectives clearly and effectively to Student-Athletes.
• Ensure that appropriate safety standards are maintained during all training sessions, matches, camps and events.
• Travel to games, showcases, events and tournaments as required.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Previous experience coaching goalkeepers within a college, academy or club environment.
• Previous playing experience as a goalkeeper at the college level.
• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, sports management, business administration or a related sports or business field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum “C” License or equivalent recognized coaching qualification.
• Strong knowledge of goalkeeper development and the ability to plan and deliver effective goalkeeper-specific training.
• Experience using sports-performance and video-analysis software to evaluate training and match performance.
• Ability to create and manage Individual Development Plans.
• Strong commitment to the development and welfare of Student-Athletes.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple responsibilities and meet required deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently using personal initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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