JOB SUMMARY

The Regional Development School (RDS) Coach will be responsible for the coaching, development of talent, and delivery of multiple RDS locations per season. The RDS Coach will deliver the RDS curriculum and actively scout and assist in the recruitment of talent for the Academy within the guidelines of D.C. United, US Soccer and the MLS. The RDS Coach will be responsible for delivering summer camps and other clinics. This position will report directly to the Director of Youth Programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in planning and organization of RDS tryouts.
• Develop training program for weekly training sessions for RDS participants.
• Consistently plan, execute, demonstrate and deliver high energy training sessions that are competitive and engaging
• Provide player assessment and feedback of strengths/weaknesses each season
• Guide players in development of an “action plan” setting specific goals to reach a desired outcome.
• Identify and recommend, talented, potential Academy players.
• Attend mandatory education meetings and classroom sessions.
• Organize and assist in the running of other camps/clinics/tryouts throughout the year.
• Ongoing assessment and mentoring of summer coaching staff.
• Other coaching requirements as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• A current US Soccer C license coach or equivalent (minimum)
• Possess the drive to develop youth players and work as part of a team
• Knowledge of MLS/DMV soccer landscape preferred
• Available to work flexible hours including nights, weekends & holidays
• Have the ability to plan, create, execute and document training sessions and programs
• Have a basic knowledge of the MLS Next rules and regulations
• Must pass a background check

Compensation

• Hourly (scale depending on coaching license)