Academy Goalkeeping Coach

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead Goalkeeper training for Red Bull Academy U13-U15 teams with additional responsibility to support the U16 & U18 Academy/RB II training.
• Create a Goalkeeper specific Annual Training/Performance Plan that includes the Technical, Tactical & Physical periodization necessary to develop top GK’s in keeping with the Club’s philosophy.
• Provide bi-weekly training reports, with video, to share with NYRB Goalkeeper Coaches.
• Create & implement Individual Development Plans (IDP’s) and communicate with a multi-disciplinary perspective to support the holistic development of Academy Goalkeepers.
• Administration of player performance data for Red Bull U13-U15 Goalkeepers in particular schedule individual meetings with U13-U15 Academy Goalkeepers in pre-season to discuss and align on their respective IDP’s.
• Schedule monthly progress meetings with each player, reference and edit their respective IDP’s based on performance.
• Work with Head Coach to create GK specific pre-game objectives to include in team presentation prior to every game.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to communicate fluently in English, Spanish a plus.
• Highly motivated with a proactive attitude towards service development.
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills particularly in pressure situations.
• Personal integrity and the ability to invoke trust and respect from others.
• Ability to prioritize own workload and that of colleagues.
• Open minded with a view of adopting new practices.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Excellent timekeeping and organizational skills.
• Minimum of ‘C’ level USSF license or UEFA equivalent required, ‘B’ level preferred.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development through relevant courses and conferences.