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Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club Fort Collins Competitive Team Coach
| Company | Colorado Soccer Association (CSA) |
| Address | , Fort Collins |
| Employment type | CONTRACTOR |
| Salary | $650 - $900 a week |
| Expires | 2023-10-10 |
| Posted at | 9 months ago |
- Ability to adapt to changes in environment or schedule based on players and logistical needs; and
- Passion for soccer.
- Possesses the ability to self reflect or desire to develop this area;
- Understand that the needs of the players and team must remain a priority in dealing with these challenges in real-time and planning is vital. External factors will challenge your resolve and temperament; and
- Worked or played within a team environment at any ability level;
- Attendance at key pre-season coach education events (Fall & Summer) as a minimum;
- Experience of working within a player development framework and knowledge of its key components;
- Resourceful in approach to on and off the field player development
- Be resilient in the content of the practice and game approach you are providing for players and your team. Avoid, where possible, changing content to reflect the outcome of your last game. We don’t want ‘a mile wide, and an inch deep’ scenario when players are learning new skills;
- Positive feedback and results from the end of year parental questionnaire;
- Can channel the outcome of the reflection into a positive place where improvement is possible through the creation of innovative content and an adapted approach;
- Understands that when you know your players you can create an environment that allows you to explore more than one way of reaching your desired outcome;
- Passion for working with young children; and
- Demonstrate an ability to work cohesively between player retention, recruitment, and development;
- Take time and interest in knowing and building relationships with every player.
- Be proactive and timely in advising key stakeholders of team arrangements and matters concerning logistics;
- Deeply understand the Club’s Player Development Plan; and
- Is able to have a long-term perspective on player progress, rather than ‘what just happened’ in a game or practice that week.
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Job Post Date: August 2023
CLUB VISION:
“To be the heart behind the crest.” At Rapids Youth Soccer, we focus on whole player development, both on and off the field. We strive for players to develop a lifelong love of the game and use the skills learned through their time with Rapids to allow them to be successful in all they desire to achieve.
POSITION VISION:
Exemplifies and actively promotes the Club’s methodology and player philosophy through their coaching, communication, and team interactions.
CORE VALUES:
1. Win Within - Being the best is the only way forward, at everything we do personally, or as a Club. Support the objective of becoming a destination youth soccer club and elevating the leadership and Club as national thought leaders for the game of soccer and the business of soccer.
2. In and Up - Look to develop ourselves and those around us working to raise the overall quality and impact of everyone we work with, inside and outside the organization.
3. Keep it Simple, Keep it Small - Work to simplify big thoughts, large expectations, ambiguous strategy into strategic and club-wide execution.
4. Enjoyment First - Work not only to enjoy your work but help those around you enjoy it as well. When we win the hearts of our players, their development will improve.
5. Moment of Truth - Recognize the importance of every moment and interaction to create something remarkable.
6. Own It - Owning our roles and responsibilities means working within ambiguity and looking for a solution instead of waiting for one.RAPIDS PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PHILOSOPHY:
At Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club, success is driven by behaviors with relationships and trust at our foundation. We believe that through our exceptionally strong player pathway, the services it provides, and a focus on developing remarkable coaches, we create an environment and expectation in developing the highest quality of young people and players. They represent the values of the club, communities, and families and best prepare them to love and learn the game with abundant passion and the utmost dedication.
RAPIDS COACHING METHODOLOGY:
Know the Player
Create the Right Environment
Know the Behaviors
Trust the ProcessWhile at the club, we respect and encourage diversity in delivery styles, we ask our staff to work to a simple methodology that we believe best represents the opportunity to impact positively on a young person. Start with ‘Know the Player’, this simple instruction creates a foundation for player and personal development that allows the coach to better understand and cater for the needs of the individuals they work with.
JOB FUNCTIONS:
Work to create an environment where every child within your team feels valued, irrespective of the playing level that they may possess. Work to support the development and enjoyment of your players in a structured manner in line with the values and philosophical statement of player development that the club represents. Use the data and analytics from preseason and postseason surveys along with the GRADE feedback during the season to support each player’s development.
Adhere to communication, evaluation, training, game, and tournament expectations for the respective team/program you coach.
Communication
- Be proactive and timely in advising key stakeholders of team arrangements and matters concerning logistics;
- Actively engage the team community (players, parents, Directors of Coaching), etc... in the player development process;
- Adhere to the club’s 24-hour communication policy in all forms of communication; email and voicemail, especially when dealing with issues that may arise from time to time;
- Be consistent in communicating with age group Director of Coaching; and
- Complete reporting requirements associated with team and player development in a prompt and timely manner, especially ‘Game Recap and Development Evaluations’ (GRADE)
Informed
- Possess suitable knowledge and understanding of team/age/level of players;
- Remain informed on the unique needs of their specific team and players;
- Demonstrate an ability to work cohesively between player retention, recruitment, and development;
- Deeply understand the Club’s Player Development Plan; and
- Take time and interest in knowing and building relationships with every player.
Flexibility
- Understand that multiple approaches to individual and team development will be required to create the right environment for optimum enjoyment and improvement;
- Ability to adapt to changes in environment or schedule based on players and logistical needs; and
- Resourceful in approach to on and off the field player development
Resiliency
- Recognize that patience creates a positive development environment, especially when progress is slow;
- Delivers consistency in messaging and approach helps to isolate the learning required for improvement. Trust the process;
- Be resilient in the content of the practice and game approach you are providing for players and your team. Avoid, where possible, changing content to reflect the outcome of your last game. We don’t want ‘a mile wide, and an inch deep’ scenario when players are learning new skills;
- Understand that the needs of the players and team must remain a priority in dealing with these challenges in real-time and planning is vital. External factors will challenge your resolve and temperament; and
- Committed to constantly reflecting on practice and games as a coach and question what worked, and what didn’t, and how to apply to learn.
Creativity
- Understands that when you know your players you can create an environment that allows you to explore more than one way of reaching your desired outcome;
- Knows what works best and creates content and moments of learning that suit the needs of your group, even if it is not ‘by the book’;
- Problem-solving in real-time during practice and games that help players work towards the understanding of the issue without providing the answer; and
- Encourage creative moments on the field from the players, even if it leads to errors.
Reflection
- Understand the fundamental nature of reflection in the role of the coach when directed at players and oneself;
- Possesses the ability to self reflect or desire to develop this area;
- Can channel the outcome of the reflection into a positive place where improvement is possible through the creation of innovative content and an adapted approach;
- Is approachable and takes feedback from others in a positive and constructive manner;
- Completes the GRADE reports in a thoughtful and consistent manner; and
- Is able to have a long-term perspective on player progress, rather than ‘what just happened’ in a game or practice that week.
Experience / Desirable Traits
- Experience of working within a player development framework and knowledge of its key components;
- Willingness to adapt to the approach of the club and be consistent in application;
- Worked or played within a team environment at any ability level;
- Desire to pursue formal coach education qualifications and informal learning opportunities;
- An organized and reliable person with strong communication abilities;
- Passion for working with young children; and
- Passion for soccer.
MARKERS OF SUCCESS:
- Efficient, consistent, and punctual attendance and delivery of team operations;
- Positive feedback and results from the end of year parental questionnaire;
- Attendance at key pre-season coach education events (Fall & Summer) as a minimum;
- 100% Completion of all team and player evaluation reports (Game Recap And Development Evaluation - GRADE)
- Support the internal movement of players to levels where they will be appropriately challenged.
REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Competitive Director of Coaching
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:
CRYSC invests significant resources in its niche vision of being a home for “Developing Remarkable Coaches”. This includes monthly educational opportunities, Coach Personal Development Plans (PDP), and a Coach Scholarship program supporting formal education and qualifications.EEO, COMPENSATION, AND LOCATION:
The Club provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.JOB TYPE & PAY:
Independent Contractor; Contractors are not entitled to workers’ compensation insurance or benefits. Monthly Pay Range: $650-$900/mo per team depending on assigned program, experience, and licensing.LOCATION:
Fort Collins, CO and surrounding area.HOW TO APPLY:
Please send your resume, contact information, and references by email to Jess Kamnikar, [email protected] - Adhere to the club’s 24-hour communication policy in all forms of communication; email and voicemail, especially when dealing with issues that may arise from time to time;
- Possess suitable knowledge and understanding of team/age/level of players;
- Support the internal movement of players to levels where they will be appropriately challenged.
- Actively engage the team community (players, parents, Directors of Coaching), etc... in the player development process;
- Desire to pursue formal coach education qualifications and informal learning opportunities;
- 100% Completion of all team and player evaluation reports (Game Recap And Development Evaluation - GRADE)
- Committed to constantly reflecting on practice and games as a coach and question what worked, and what didn’t, and how to apply to learn.
- Knows what works best and creates content and moments of learning that suit the needs of your group, even if it is not ‘by the book’;
- Willingness to adapt to the approach of the club and be consistent in application;
- Is approachable and takes feedback from others in a positive and constructive manner;
- Efficient, consistent, and punctual attendance and delivery of team operations;
- Complete reporting requirements associated with team and player development in a prompt and timely manner, especially ‘Game Recap and Development Evaluations’ (GRADE)
- An organized and reliable person with strong communication abilities;
- Understand that multiple approaches to individual and team development will be required to create the right environment for optimum enjoyment and improvement;
- Encourage creative moments on the field from the players, even if it leads to errors.
- Remain informed on the unique needs of their specific team and players;
- Delivers consistency in messaging and approach helps to isolate the learning required for improvement. Trust the process;
- Recognize that patience creates a positive development environment, especially when progress is slow;
- Be consistent in communicating with age group Director of Coaching; and
- Completes the GRADE reports in a thoughtful and consistent manner; and
- Understand the fundamental nature of reflection in the role of the coach when directed at players and oneself;
- Problem-solving in real-time during practice and games that help players work towards the understanding of the issue without providing the answer; and
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