Helping Us Grow in Soccer (ages 3-6 yrs. old)
Soccer Performance International LLC
Job Description
Manager/Lead Trainer HUGS Programs
Posted: 09/01/2011
REPORTS TO: SPI LLC Director of Soccer Operations
PURPOSE: Works closely with the Director of Soccer Operations in the management of our “Helping Us Grow in Soccer” (HUGS) Program. The Manager/Lead Trainer of Youth Programs serves as an advisor to the Executive Director/Board Members of client clubs and organizations of issues pertaining to all Micro-Programs (ages 3-6 yrs. old)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
COACHING EDUCATION AND YOUTH PROGRAMS
- Assist in recruiting and training of SPI LLC HUGS training staff.
- Manage staff of 5-10 Junior Trainers and up to 50 volunteer coaches
- Assist in creating and maintaining club coaches training materials for players’ ages 3-6 years old and promoting them throughout the local clubs and organizations.
- Assist Director of Soccer Operations (as needed) in the creation of new youth developmental programs by providing needs assessments, documenting process, assigning staff and monitoring progress/results
- Assist in a yearly program review to determine” need” and feasibility of new micro-programs
ADMINISTRATIVE AND MEMBER SERVICES
- Promote the game of soccer in all markets; aid in the development of new programs. These programs may include (but not limited to): recruiting, organizing and planning coaches’ clinics; speaking and participating at meetings of membership; testifying and presenting information on player development before governmental agencies and committees; and, attending client club events as requested.
- Assist in the organization and planning of workshops, seminars and other types of educational programs to be presented, upon request, at annual general meetings, league meetings and schools.
- Disseminate the most current coaching methods and techniques to staff coaches at least once per year through clinic or seminar, and through year-round written communications.
- Assist President/Executive Director in development and implementation of the organizations operational budget.
PROFESSIONAL RELATIONS:
- Important to the success of this position is the manner and style in which the Manager/Lead Trainer of Youth Programs works interdependently with client clubs and individual age group coordinators.
- Collaborative relationships with US Youth Soccer, USSF and FIFA member organizations are highly valued and must be maintained.
- Media relations including, but not limited to, radio, news periodicals, television, and computer based formats, are important for positive communication about SPI LLC and all its’ client clubs.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Maintain a positive image as a spoke person for SPI LLC and all local/regional and international programs.
- Apply teaching methodologies for players ages 3-6
- Apply problem-solving skills in a manner revealing potential opportunities.
- Be alert to practices that waste supplies, utilities and time.
- Treat clients, volunteers, and staff in a friendly, courteous manner.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- B.S. in Education Degree (Preferred)
- Strong teaching background of pre-school aged children
- Strong background in coaching/training younger age groups
- Strong management and communications skills a must
