Head Soccer Coach
Colorado Rush · Cincinnati, OH
STAR Rush Cincinnati is seeking an experienced Head Soccer Coach in Cincinnati, Ohio.
STAR Rush is a competitive youth soccer Club located in Greater Cincinnati. The club is a non-profit organization that offers youth soccer programs to children ages 3 through 19 years old. STAR Rush is a member of Ohio Soccer Association and our teams compete in Ohio Soccer State League, Buckeye Premier Youth Soccer League, Cardinal Premier League and the Cincinnati Development League.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will:
- Follow the direction and philosophy set forth by the Club with the main focus on individual player development.
- Have the ability coach both male and female players, the technical and tactical side of the 4 game models – 5v5, 7v7, 9v9, 11v11.
- Lead team training sessions and in game coaching whilst encouraging a competitive and inclusive team environment.
- Game scheduling and team administration.
- Assisting the Club in identifying players and forming teams at Tryouts, 2 x annually.
- Coaches are required to participate in educational programs such as clinics and Club meetings and assist the Club with seasonal Age Group Training.
Required Skills:
- Previous coaching experience is required.
- Passionate about kids and youth soccer.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be fun, energetic and enthusiastic.
- Must be able to pass a background check, Safe Sport and all State requirements.
- Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
- Be confident and capable of dealing with parents and upholding the STAR Rush philosophy.
Desired Skills:
- Goalkeeper coaching experience / qualifications.
- Futsal experience / qualifications.
- Experience with 3-5 year old players.
Benefits: Competitive pay, access to Rush Soccer coaching opportunities and resources as well as a full Capelli Sport coaching kit.
This is a part-time, 1099 contractor position, working during the months spring season [March, April, May], fall season [August, September, October] with optional summer, winter and 1:1 training opportunities available.
We are excited that you are considering joining STAR Rush Cincinnati!
Please submit your resume AND a cover letter highlighting why you would be an ideal candidate for this position to Grant Leckie gleckie@starrush.org and please include "Head Soccer Coach" in the subject line of your email.