Girls DPL Head Coach

Boston Bolts; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Bolts is seeking a Girls DPL Head Coach for the 2025/26 season. The role involves leading team training and development while fostering a positive culture. Candidates must have coaching experience and a USSF license. Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities within camps and clinics available.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Coaching education support

Additional income opportunity with camps and clinics

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of coaching experience at competitive youth level.
• Strong understanding of the game, including tactical strategies.
• Intention to advance coach education qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute age-appropriate training sessions.
• Oversee game day preparation including tactics and formations.
• Maintain communication with players, parents, and club officials.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Passion for Youth Development

Technical Skills

Education

USSF or equivalent coaching license

Job description

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Base pay range

$10,000.00/yr - $17,000.00/yr

Boston Bolts is inviting applications for a Girls DPL Head Coaching position for the 2025/26 season.

All candidates must have a minimum of 2-3 years of soccer coaching experience and possess a USSF or alternative coaching licensure.

Position Overview

The Soccer Coach will be responsible for leading a team competing in the DPL. This role involves creating and implementing age-appropriate training sessions, developing individual player skills, and fostering a positive team culture. The coach will also be responsible for organizing match strategies, assessing player progress, and communicating effectively with players, parents, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

1. Coaching and Player Development

• Develop and execute detailed, age-appropriate training sessions focused on individual and team development.
• Create a balanced approach to technical, tactical, physical, and psychological aspects of player growth.
• Foster a positive and competitive environment that encourages player engagement, hard work, and improvement.
• Provide individualized feedback to players to help them achieve their full potential (2x per year).
• Monitor and evaluate player progress throughout the season, adjusting training methods as necessary.

2. Team Management and Match Preparation

• Oversee and manage all aspects of game day preparation including tactics, formations, motivating players, warm ups and overall team organization.

3. Communication

• Maintain regular and open communication with players, parents, and club officials regarding training schedules, match information, and any other relevant updates.
• Provide constructive feedback in a manner that motivates and inspires players.
• Work collaboratively with other coaches in the club to ensure consistent development practices and a unified coaching philosophy.
• Provide weekly game & training reports to players & families

4. Player Recruitment and Scouting

• Assist in the identification and recruitment of top-level players for the team.
• Participate in tryouts, evaluations, and scouting events to discover potential talent for future seasons.
• Contribute to player depth charts

5. Team Culture and Leadership

• Promote values of teamwork, respect, responsibility, and sportsmanship both on and off the field.
• Ensure a positive and supportive environment for all players, promoting healthy competition and collaboration.
• Act as a role model for players, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and dedication.

6. Administrative Duties

• Assist in the organization and coordination of team travel arrangements where necessary, logistics, and game day operations.
• Attend club meetings, coaching workshops, and other professional development activities as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Coaching Experience: Minimum of 2 years of coaching experience, preferably at a competitive youth level, with experience coaching in high-level leagues such as the MLS Next, National Academy League, DPL, National League etc.
• Coaching Certifications: USSF or equivalent coaching license
• Intention to further progress coach education qualification pathway
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of the game, including tactical strategies, technical training, and player development.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Team Leadership: Ability to motivate, inspire, and lead a team of young athletes.
• Passion for Youth Development: A genuine passion for helping young players grow both on and off the field.
• Physical Fitness: Ability to participate in coaching sessions, demonstrate techniques, and lead fitness drills.
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional development and coaching education support.
• Additional income opportunity with camps and clinics

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Sports Teams and Clubs and Professional Training and Coaching

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401(k)

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